Step 1

Drain pineapple and reserve the juice. Transfer juice to a 2-cup measuring cup and add enough boiling water to bring the liquid to 2 cups.

Step 2

Add the lime gelatin to a medium bowl and add the boiling water and juice; stir until gelatin is completely dissolved.

Step 3

In a separate, large bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, and evaporated milk until smooth. Slowly add in the gelatin mixture and stir until combined.

Step 4

Fold in the cottage cheese, crushed pineapple and chopped walnuts.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into an 8x8 baking dish; Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.