|
Title: LEMON LOVELY Categories: Desserts Yield: 6 Servings 12 Graham crackers, crushed to -crumbs 6 tb Butter, melted 1/4 c Superfine sugar 1/2 ts Cinnamon 2 tb Water 3 1/2 ts Gelatin 1 c Lemon juice Grated rind of 1 lemon 1 Can evaporated milk (14 1/2 -oz) 1/2 c Superfine sugar Combine crumbs, butter, sugar and cinnamon, press two-thirds of the mixture into the base of a 1 1/2 quart dish, approximately 8x9 ", chill while preparing filling. Sprinkle gelatin over water and let soak for a few minutes. In a saucepan heat the lemon juice with the rind to a simmer, then pour over gelatin, stir continuously so the gelatin is thoroughly mixed in. Refrigerate for about 1 hour or until mexture begins to thicken. Turn the evaporated milk into a bowl and beat it until it is light and fluffy. Beat in the sugar and lemon mixture and pour evenly over crumb crust. Let chill for a few hours or overnight. Sprinkle the remaining crumb crust mixture evenly over the top and serve. Serves 6 to 8 Sharp and light, it resembles a weightless cheesecake and is a delicious way to end a meal. The sharpness, color, and clean taste of the lemon implies a fruit of Mercury and suggests that this dish will be a favorite with this sign of the zodiac as well as the family.
search recipes, browse recipes, or see today's recipe
Send mail to PastryWiz
with comments about this web site. |
|