• 2 cups crushed pretzels
• 3 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup sugar, divided
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 packages (3 oz. each) orange gelatin
• 2 cups boiling water
• 2 cans (8 oz. each) crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups whipped topping
• additional whipped topping, optional

In a small bowl, combine pretzels and 3 teaspoons sugar; stir in butter.  Press into an ungreased 13″ x 9″ baking dish.  Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.  Cool on a wire rack.

Ina large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water.  Add pineapple and oranges.  Chill until partially set, about 30 minutes.

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth.  Fold in whipped topping.  Spread over crust.  Gently spoon gelatin mixture over cream cheese layer.  Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or until firm.

Cut into squares.  Garnish with additional whipped topping, if desired.

YIELD:  15 servings