LEMON-LIME SODA GELATIN

2 cups sugar-free lemon-lime soda

2 small pkg (3-oz size) sugar-free lime-flavored gelatin
6-oz low-fat cream cheese, softened
2 cups chilled sugar-free lemon-lime soda
1 carton (12-oz) sugar-free frozen whipped topping, thawed

Microwave the 2 cups soda on high until hot (1 to 2 minutes).

Place the hot soda and the gelatin powder in a blender; cover and process until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Add the cream cheese and process to blend.

Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and stir in the chilled soda. Whisk in the whipped topping.

Pour mixture into a 3-quart bowl and refrigerate, covered, 4 hours or until firm.

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