3 1/2 lemons
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp gelatin
4 cup milk
2 egg whites
1 few grains salt
Directions
Soften gelatin in 1/2 cup cold milk. Dissolve over hot water.
Dissolve sugar and salt in 1 cup milk which has been heated. Add
remainder of milk and the gelatin. Gradually add lemon juice,
stirring constantly. Partially freeze. Fold in stiffly beaten egg
whites. Continue freezing until firm. 12 servings. The Household
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Servings: 2 servings
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Categories: Beverages; Dessert; Fruit; Vegetable
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