Rich Key Lime Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Thoroughly mix the gelatin, sugar, and salt in a saucepan.
2. 2
   Beat together the egg yolks, lime juice, and water; stir into the gelat mixture.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, just until the mixture comes to a boil.
4. 4
   Remove from the heat; stir in the grated peel.
5. 5
   Add the food coloring sparingly to give a pale green color.
6. 6
   Chill, stirring occasionally, until the mixture mounds slightly when dropped from a spoon.
7. 7
   Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form/
8. 8
   Fold the gelatin mixture into the egg whites; fold in the whipped cream Pile into the pastry shell.
9. 9
   Chill until firm.
10. 10
    Spread with additional whipped cream and edge with grated lime.