Light Lemon Mousse

I had some extra lemons in the fridge and wanted a dessert that was low in calories and tastes great. This recipe fits the bill.

Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup cornstarch

3 cups fat-free milk

2/3 cup lemon juice

1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping

3 drops yellow food coloring, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch; gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat. stir in lemon juice, peel and vanilla.

Set sauce pan in ice; stir until mixture reaches room temperature, about 5 minutes. Fold in whipped topping and food coloring if desired. Spoon into dessert dishes. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Yield: 10 servings.