Key Lime Pie
(recipe from gourmetsleuth.com)
Ingredients:
Crust:
8 whole graham crackers
3 Tbsp sugar
1/4 cup butter
Pie:
4 Large or extra large egg yolks
1 (14oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup fresh key lime juice (approx 12 key limes)
2 tsp grated lime peel (green portion only)
Whipped Cream for garnish (Opt.)
Preparation:
Crust:
Preheat oven to 350 degree’s.
Crush the graham crackers by placing them into a plastic zipper bag and roll a heavy rolling pin over the top of the bag.
Mix the ingredients, then press them firmly into a 9 inch pie plate. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from oven and allow to cool while you prep the pie filling.
Pie Filling:
Use an electric mixer to beat the egg yolks until they are thick and turn a light yellow, don’t over mix. Turn the mixer off and add the sweetened condensed milk. Turn speed to low and add half the lime juice. Once the juice is incorporated add the other half of the juice and the lime zest. Continue to mix just until blended. Pour the mixture into the pie shell and bake at 350 degree’s for 12 minutes to set the yolks.
Remove from oven and refrigerate.
Serve with whipped cream if desired.
