• 2 pkg ladyfingers (found in freezer section near pastry shells usually)
• 1 large box French Vanilla instant pudding mix
• 1 pkg (16 oz) frozen raspberries (OR) strawberries, with juice
• 1 largest size Cool Whip + 1 small Cool Whip
• 1/4 cup rum or dry sherry (opt.)
• 1 pint fresh strawberries, cleaned and sliced (OR) 1 pint raspberries, whole

1. Mix pudding mix as directed on package. Thaw berries and Cool Whip.
2. Separate ladyfingers (they are pre-split). Make one 'round' vertically along side of trifle bowl, and in bottom of bowl.
3. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the rum or sherry (if using).
4. Put 1/2 of the pudding in bowl; top with berries, 1/2 of large Cool Whip, and fresh berries.
5. Make another 'round' of the ladyfingers going UP the sides of the bowl, and on top of berries.
6. Repeat layers.
7. Top with the small container of Cool Whip. Chill several hours before serving.

(Cotton)