Begin by boiling 2 cups of water in a kettle until it's bubbling. Carefully pour the hot water into a mixing bowl, and add 2 packages of sugar-free cherry-flavored gelatin mix, stirring vigorously for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and the gelatin is fully dissolved.

Add the jellied cranberry sauce to the dissolved gelatin while mixing continuously. Ensure the cranberry sauce blends well and becomes smooth, creating a luscious red base for your Cranberry Jell-O Salad. Then, gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple, mixing until everything is evenly combined.

Fold in ½ cup of chopped pecans to the fruit and gelatin mixture. Make sure the nuts are distributed throughout to add delightful crunch in each scoop of your salad, ensuring a perfect balance with the smooth gelatin.

Pour the combined mixture into a mold or a serving dish of your choice. Smooth the top with a spatula to create an even surface. Place the dish in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 3-4 hours, but preferably overnight, enabling the Cranberry Jell-O Salad to firm up properly.

Once set, remove the salad from the refrigerator. If using a mold, carefully unmold it onto a serving platter. You can cut it into squares or scoop it into individual bowls for serving. Consider topping each portion with whipped cream for that extra touch of indulgence.