Cherry Jello Salad

I always make this jello salad to go along with Christmas Eve dinner with my side of the family
~Kari

1 can (20oz.) crushed pineapple, drained (save juice)
3 c. boiling water
1 c. pineapple juice
1 can cherry pie filling
2 (small) pkg. cherry jello

Add boiling water to jello- stir to dissolve
Add reserved pineapple juice (note: if pineapple juice doesn't amount to 1 cup- add water to equal 1 cup)
Refrigerate until thickened, but not congealed
Add filling and pineapple
Refrigerate until set

Topping:
8 oz. cream cheese
8 oz. sour cream
8 oz. cool whip

Cream together sour cream, vanilla, and cream cheese
Fold in whipped topping
Spread gently over set jello.

Refrigerate