2 (1 lb.) cans tart red cherries
2 (8 1/2 oz.) cans crushed pineapple
1 c. sugar
4 (3 oz.) pkg. cherry flavor gelatin
3 c. ginger ale
1 c. chopped nuts (optional)
3/4 c. shredded coconut

Drain fruits, reserving juices. Add water to juices to make 3 1/4 cups; add sugar. Bring to a boil; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Add fruit and ginger ale. Chill until very thick, but not set. Stir in nuts and coconut. Pour into a 2 quart ring mold. Chill until set. Makes 12-14 servings.