Lemon lovely
6 Servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Graham crackers, crushed to crumbs | |
| 6 | tablespoons | Butter, melted |
| ¼ | cup | Superfine sugar |
| ½ | teaspoon | Cinnamon |
| 2 | tablespoons | Water |
| 3½ | teaspoon | Gelatin |
| 1 | cup | Lemon juice |
| Grated rind of 1 lemon | ||
| 1 | Can evaporated milk (14 1/2 oz) | |
| ½ | cup | Superfine sugar |
Directions
Combine crumbs, butter, sugar and cinnamon, press two-thirds of the mixture into the base of a 1½ 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.