1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple
1 (10 oz.) bottle maraschino cherries
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cherry gelatin
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
3/4 c. cola-flavored beverage
1/2 c. chopped pecans

Drain pineapple and cherries, reserving liquids in a medium saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over liquid mixture and let stand 1 minute. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until gelatin dissolves; remove from heat. Add cream cheese, stirring until smooth. Stir in fruit, cola-flavored beverage and pecans. Pour into a lightly oiled 4 cup mold. Cover and chill salad until firm. Yield: 6-8 servings.