Ingredients

  • 1 c. coconut
  • 1/4 c. butter
  • 1 1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 pkg. lime jello
  • 1 c. hot water
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 c. canned milk, chilled and whipped

Method

  • Brown coconut in butter until golden brown, stirring constantly.
  • Add the cracker crumbs and mix well.
  • Press 1/2 of the mixture into the bottom of a 9 x 9-inch pan.
  • Dissolve jello in hot water; stir in sugar and lemon juice.
  • Chill until slightly thick. Fold in whipped milk.
  • Spoon into pan.
  • Top with remaining crumbs. Chill until firm.
  • Garnish with whipped topping and a cherry. Excellent.
  • Serves 8.