Alaskan Shrimp Mousse

Prepare a 4 cup mold by oiling lightly with vegetable oil. Place several ice cubes in the mold and add enough water to fill to the top. Set aside to chill while finishing recipe.

Mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise and sour cream. Add the bell pepper, celery, green onion and all other seasonings, combine thoroughly.

Dissolve the gelatin in the lemon juice and the cold water. Heat in double boiler for 5 to 10 minutes. Gradually fold gelatin into the cheese mixture. Add the shrimp and blend well.

Taste the mixture and add more Tabasco, chili sauce or lemon juice, if needed, making sure mousse is well seasoned.

Pour water and ice from the mold, shaking once or twice to remove excess moisture, pour the mousse mixture into the prepared mold. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Unmold and garnish with watercress, fresh dill, or finely chopped green onion. Serve with crackers.