1 (3 oz.) pkg. lemon Jello
1 c. sugar
1 (15 1/4 oz.) can crushed pineapple
1 c. colby or American cheese, shredded
1 c. whipped cream or Cool Whip
1 c. hot water
1 c. nuts (optional)

Dissolve Jello in hot water. Boil undrained pineapple and sugar for 3 minutes stirring constantly. Add Jello. Let stand until partly set (2 or 3 hours) in the refrigerator. Add shredded cheese and nuts. Beat together and fold in whipped cream or Cool Whip.