2 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges
1 (8 1/2 oz.) can crushed pineapple
1 (3 oz.) pkg. orange Jello (dry)
1 (16 oz.) c. cottage cheese
1 (8 oz.) Cool Whip
1 c. pecans (optional)

Drain mandarin oranges and pineapple well. Reserve 6 slices of oranges to decorate the top.