Guava and Cream Cheese Dessert

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   Drain guava shells, reserving liquid in 2-cup measuring cup; set liquid aside.

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   Reserve 2 of the guava shells for later use as garnish, if desired.

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   Chop remaining guava shells; set aside.

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   Stir boiling water into dry gelatin mix in medium bowl at least 2 min.

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   until completely dissolved.

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   Add enough ice cubes to reserved liquid to measure 2 cups.

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   Add to gelatin; stir until ice is completely melted.

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   Remove 1 cup of the gelatin; set aside at room temperature.

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   Refrigerate remaining gelatin 30 min.

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    or until slightly thickened (consistency of unbeaten egg whites).

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    Gently stir in chopped guava.

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    Pour into 1-1/2-qt.

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    serving bowl; refrigerate 10 min.

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    Place cream cheese in medium bowl.

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    Gradually add reserved 1 cup gelatin, beating with wire whisk until well blended.

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    Spoon over gelatin in bowl.

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    Refrigerate at least 3 hours or until set.

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    Top with the reserved guava shells just before serving.

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    Store leftover dessert in refrigerator.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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