Lemon Macaroon Tartlets

Directions

1. 1
   Place egg in a small bowl; set aside.
2. 2
   Combine sugar, cornstarch, and lemon rind in a saucepan; stir well.
3. 3
   Gradually add water and lemon juice; stir with a wire whisk until blended.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually stir one fourth of hot lemon mixture into egg; add to remaining lemon mixture, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Cook over medium heat 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Pour mixture into a bowl; stir in food coloring, if desired.
7. 7
   Place plastic wrap on surface, and chill.
8. 8
   Spoon 1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. lemon mixture into each Macaroon Tart Shell.
9. 9
   Top each with 2 tsp. whipped topping, and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. toasted coconut.
10. 10
    Yield 1 dozen.