Suzy's Lime Cheesecake

Directions

CRUST:

Combine coconut, flour and melted margarine. Press on bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

Bake at 350℉ (180℃). for 12 to 15 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from oven and set aside.

FILLING:

Soften gelatin in ¼ c. cold water. Set aside.

In a saucepan combine egg yolks, 3.4 cup water 3. 4 cup sugar. Stir over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add softened gelatin and stir until dissolved.

Beat cream cheese at low speed while gradually adding gelatin/ egg mixture until well blended.

Stir in lime juice, grated lime, few drop green coloring. Fold in whipped cream and stiffly beaten egg whites.

Pour filling over cooled crust and chill until firm. Remove from springform and garnish with grated lime rind.

In summer decorate serving plate with fresh mint leaves if desired.