16 oz. can sour pie cherries
1/2 c. water
3/4 c. sugar
2 (3 oz.) pkgs. cherry gelatin
1 (15 1/2 oz.) can crushed pineapple
8 oz. Coca-Cola
1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Mix cherries, water and sugar in saucepan. Bring to a boil, then pour over 2 packages cherry gelatin. Stir until dissolved, then add pineapple and Coca-Cola. Can add nuts after gelatin is slightly congealed. Stir and pour in mold or pan and let set. It will serve 12-15.