Lime Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Bake pie shell in oven preheated at 425° for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.
2. 2
   Place milk, egg yolks, lime rind and juice in stainless steel bowl.
3. 3
   Set over saucepan half-filled with hot water on medium-low heat.
4. 4
   Cook mixture until thickened, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Transfer bowl to counter and let cool.
6. 6
   Fold in egg whites, then whipped cream, mixing with spatula.
7. 7
   Pour filling into a pie shell and refrigerate overnight.
8. 8
   Garnish pie with toasted almonds or slices of lime if desired.