Thursday, August 28, 2008

Key Lime Tart


I'm not really sure how the recipe for this one evolved....I guess it's compiling a variety of internet recipes. I started making this about a year ago...I think I adapted a pie recipe to a tart b/c I was so eager to use my new tart pan that I got as a wedding gift. It's very rich, and thus, quite yummy.
For the filling you need:
1/2 c. lime juice
zest of 1 lime
5 egg. yolks
1 14 oz. can of sweetened condensed milk
Mix ingredients and pour into cooled graham cracker crust. Put into preheated 375 degree oven and bake for 15 minutes. I also like to add a little whipped cream (once tart has cooled) w/ a large star tip...don't forget to add the vanilla!
For the crust you will need:
1 package of graham crackers, ground in food processor
1/3 c. melted butter
1/4 c. sugar
mix ingredients, press into 11" tart pan and bake for approximately 10 min. in 350 degree oven. Remember to let cool before filling.