Pistachio Pineapple Delight

Ever go to a buffet and hit the dessert bar, and you have to get that green cool whip looking stuff. You love it but have no idea what it is called, or how it is made.  You know it has cool whip, marshmallows and nuts but how did it turn green?   Well here are the answers..

Watergate Salad , I know what a name, but it is also called Pistachio Delight,

Kraft invented it in 1975, they named it Pistachio Pineapple Delight

 A  Chicago food editor renamed it Watergate Salad to promote interest. 

CALL IT WHAT YOU LIKE

PISTACHIO DELIGHT

WATERGATE SALAD

PISTACHIO PINEAPPLE DELIGHT

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix

• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
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• 1 cup miniature marshmallows
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• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

• 1/2 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

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In a large bowl, mix together pudding mix, pineapple with juice, marshmallows, and nuts. Fold in whipped topping. Chill.