Key Lime Pie

INGREDIENTS
Crust
16 Graham Crackers3 T. sugar1 cube (1/4 lb) butter

Pie
4 Large or extra large egg yolks1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup key lime juice (approx 12 key limes.)2 teaspoons grated lime peel, green portion onlyWhipping Cream Garnish (optional)1/2 cup whipping cream2 teaspoons granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS

Crust
Mix the ingredients and press them into a 9" pie plate. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 10 -12 minutes. Place on rack to cool.

Pie Filling
Use an electric mixer and beat the egg yolks until they are thick and turn a light yellow. Don't over mix. Turn off mixer and add sweetened condensed milk. Turn speed to low and mis in half of the lime juice. Once the juice is incorporated add the other half and the zest, continue to mix until blended (just a few seconds). Pour the mixture into the pie shell and bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes.GarnishMix all 3 ingredients until soft peeks form. Serve a dollop of whipped cream on each slice.