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Lime Mousse
Preparation info
8
portions- Difficulty
Easy
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By Julee Rosso and Sheila Lukins
Published 1982
Our tart and buttery Lime Mousse was one of the store’s most popular desserts for years. Team it with our chocolate brownies for a sensational dessert. For variations, substitute fresh lemon or orange for the lime.
Ingredients
8 tablespoons 1 stick 5 1</
Method
- Melt the butter in the top of a double boiler over simmering water.
- Beat the eggs and sugar in a bowl until light and foamy. Add the mixture to the melted butter. Cook gently, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes a custard, about 8 minutes. Do not overcook or the eggs will scramble.
- Remove the custard from the heat and stir in the lime juice