1 (29 oz.) can pear halves in juice
1 (3 oz.) pkg. lime gelatin
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, cubed
1 c. whipped topping

Drain pears, reserving juice. Set pears aside. Measure the juice; add water if needed to equal 1 1/2 cups. Pour into saucepan and bring to a boil. Add gelatin; stir until dissolved. Gradually add cream cheese, whisking until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until cool. Mash reserved pears; fold into gelatin mixture. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into a 6-cup serving bowl. Refrigerate until set.

Yield: 6 servings.