Lemon Lovely
Original recipe yield: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:
• 12 graham crackers, crushed to crumbs
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1/4 cup superfine sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons water
• 3 1/2 teaspoons gelatin
• 1 cup lemon juice (approx. 4-6 lemons)
• Grated rind of 1 lemon
• 1 can evaporated milk (14 1/2 oz.)
• 12 cup super fine sugar

DIRECTIONS:
1. Combine crumbs, butter, sugar and cinnamon, press two-thirds of the mixture into the base of the 1 1/2 quart dish, approximately 8x9”, chill while preparing filling.
2. Sprinkle gelatin over water and let soak for a few minutes.
3. 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 mixture begins to thicken.
4. Turn the evaporated milk into a bowl and beat it until it is light and fluffy.
5. Beat the sugar and lemon mixture and pour evenly over crumb crust. Let chill for a few hours or overnight.
6. Sprinkle the remaining crumb crust mixture evenly over the top and serve.

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