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Lemon-Lime Mousse Recipe

Posted on 05. Jun, 2009 by admin in Mousse

“‘For a light and refreshing dessert after any meal, try this tangy citrus treat,’ suggests field editor Kathryn Anderson of Wallkill, New York.”

INGREDIENTS

* 1/2 cup sugar
* 2 tablespoons cornstarch
* Pinch salt
* 3 egg yolks
* 2/3 cup milk
* 1/4 cup lemon juice
* 1 tablespoon lime juice
* 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
* 1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel
* 1 cup whipping cream, whipped
* lime slices and additional lemon peel (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and milk; stir into sugar mixture. Add juices; whisk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Add lemon and lime peel. Cover surface with plastic wrap; refrigerate until completely cooled. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon into individual dishes. Garnish with lime slices and lemon peel if desired.

Tags: Dessert, Lemon-Lime Mousse