This is Tony’s favorite dessert! His Mom always makes him one when we visit. Marie Isbell
Elizabeth Ford Isbell
Ingredients
1 package/sleeve graham crackers
1/2 stick butter, melted
3 tablespoons of sugar
1 can sweetened condensed milk
3 eggs, separated
1/2 to 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
To make the crust, finely crush the graham crackers. Place the crumbs into a glass pie plate and mix in the 3 tablespoons of sugar and the melted butter. Mix until all crumbs are moistened with the butter and then press firmly into the bottom and up the side of the pie pan. Bake for 3 minutes at 350 degrees to set the crust. Let cool while you make the filling.
In a bowl, mix together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and the lemon juice until well blended, creamy and slightly thickened. Pour into the crust.
Whip the egg whites to a stiff peak and gradually add in the sugar. Spread on top of the pie. Place it back in the oven and turn it to broil. Broil until the egg whites are slightly browned…watch carefully as this will only take 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from the oven and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
