Combine the cranberries and water in a large saucepan. Simmer until cranberries pop and become tender. Stir in the gelatin and sugar. Cook until sugar and gelatin dissolve completely, stirring frequently. Chill until partially set. Fold in pineapple, apple and pecans. Spoon into gelatin mold. Chill until set. Invert onto a serving plate.

--Tom Coffield