Paula Deans Strawberry Pretzel Salad

2 c. crushed pretzels
3/4 c. melted butter
3 tbs. sugar + 3/4 c. sugar
1 - 8 oz - cream cheese
1 - 8 oz - cool whip
2 small pkg. strawberry jello
2 c. boiling water
2 - 10 oz. pkg. frozen strawberries or use fresh
1 - 8 oz - can crushed pineapple
whipped topping or whip cream for garnish
Preheat oven 400
for the crust:
mix pretzels, butter, and 3 tbs. sugar. Press into 9 x 13 dish. Bake for 7 min., cool.
In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, 3/4 c. sugar, , fold in whipped topping, and
spread over cooled crust Refrigerate til well chilled.
In small bowl, dissolve gelatin in the boiling water, and allow to cool slightly.
Add the strawberries and pineapple & pour over the cream cheese mixture.
Refrigerate until serving time..
To serve, cut slices and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.