CRANMELLOW CHEESE CAKE DESSERT

3/4 c. graham cracker crumbs
2 tbsp. sugar
2 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 c. whipping cream, whipped
1/2 c. finely chopped macadamian nuts
1 env. unflavored gelatin
7 oz. jar marshmallow creme
1/4 c. margarine, melted
1/4 c. cold water
16 oz. can whole berry cranberry sauce

Combine crumbs, nuts, margarine and sugar; press onto bottom of 9 inch spring form pan. Bake at 350 degrees 10 minutes. Makes 2 pans. Soften gelatin in water; stir over low heat until dissolved. Combine cream cheese and marshmallow cream mixing at medium speed on electric mixer until well blended. Gradually add gelatin and cranberry sauce mixing until well blended. Fold in whipped cream; pour over crust. Chill until firm. Garnish with fresh cranberries and mint sprigs, if desired.

Makes 10 to 12 servings.