Key Lime Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Grate lime rind; squeeze lime juice.
2. 2
   Hold, covered, for later use.
3. 3
   Soften plain gelatin in cold water.
4. 4
   Heat over hot water until gelatin is dissolved and clear.
5. 5
   Allow to cool to room temperature (but do not allow to gel).
6. 6
   Beat egg yolks until light and creamy.
7. 7
   Add condensed milk; continue to beat until light and well blended.
8. 8
   Add cooled gelatin mixture; continue beating until smooth.
9. 9
   Add lime juice, rind, vanilla and salt; beat until smooth and thickened.
10. 10
    Color should be very pale.
11. 11
    Place into prebaked pie shell.
12. 12
    Allow to chill and set for a minimum of 1 hour.
13. 13
    Top each pie with whipped topping or cream.
14. 14
    Leave cream rough on top. Garnish each piece with 1/4 lime slice.