1 (17 oz.) can apricots, drained (keep juice)
1 can crushed pineapple, drained (keep juice)
2 boxes orange Jello
2 c. hot water
1 c. sm. marshmallows
Nuts (if desired)

Chop apricots fine; chill fruit. Dissolve Jello in hot water. Add apricot juice, chilled fruit, and marshmallows (keep pineapple juice for topping). Chill until firm.

TOPPING:

1/2 c. sugar
3 tbsp. flour
1 egg, beaten
2 tbsp. butter
3 oz. cream cheese
1 c. pineapple juice
1 c. Cool Whip
Cheddar cheese (if desired)

Cook all ingredients, except Cool Whip and cheese. Fold in Cool Whip. Pour over congealed salad. Top with Cheddar cheese, if desired.