Christmas Cranberry Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 lb cranberries, finely ground
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 (16 oz) pkg miniature marshmallows
• 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 pint whipped cream, beaten stiff

Directions:

1. Mix together the cranberries and sugar; cover and refrigerate overnight.
2. The next day, combine the cranberry mixture with the pineapple, marshmallows, pecans and whipped cream. Mix well.
3. Pour into a 3 quart dish, cover and refrigerate or freeze until ready to serve.