How to Make Key Lime Pie

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Regular limes can be substituted for Key limes for a variation on this treat. This no-bake recipe uses a graham cracker crust, which is as tasty as it is easy. Makes one 9-inch pie.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Splash Of Lime Juice
  • Splash Of Cream

Step1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Step2
Mix together graham cracker crumbs and butter in a bowl.
Step3
Use fingers to press crumbs over bottom and sides of 9-inch pie pan. Try to distribute crumbs evenly.
Step4
Bake for 8 minutes.
Step5
Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Step6
Combine egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk. Mix well.
Step7
Add lime rind and lime juice, a little at a time.
Step8
Pour into graham cracker crust.
Step9
Refrigerate for about 4 hours or until filling has set.
Step10
Whip the cream, and spoon it on top of pie.

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on 8/7/2007 Am I missing something here? I don't see any quantifications?

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