Step 1

Boil one cup water on stove top, and mix into bowl with jello powder in mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add in one cup cold water and stir.

Step 3

Chill jello, preferably in a shallow pan, for about 45 minutes or until it is completely cool, just starting to set.

Step 4

Pour the jello into a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Mix the jello up vigorously, for about one minute.

Step 6

Using an electric mixer is great for this step. But watch out it splashes.

Step 7

This breaks up any jello bits that have started to set, and adds air to the mix.

Step 8

Then fold in the Cool Whip and then strawberries. Mix completely, but be gentle and don’t deflate the mix by stirring too aggressively.

Step 9

If you want to add in mini marshmallows, do it now.

Step 10

Add them in about 1/2 cup at a time to make sure you don’t overdo it.

Step 11

Transfer to a 9×13 pan for serving, or into individual dishes if you prefer.

Step 12

You can top with whipped cream and sliced strawberries if you prefer.

Step 13

If you want to dress up this dish, spread a spoonful of strawberry jam in the bottom of a glass dessert dish or shallow glass.

Step 14

Then add the salad mix. After the dish has chilled, dollop with some fresh whipped cream and a slice of strawberry.