Coconut Pudding

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[edit] Description

[edit] Ingredients

• 2 med. coconuts
• 1 Tbs. grated lime peel
• 1/2 c. water
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
• 1 can (13 oz) evaporated milk
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 11/4 c. water
• 1/8 tsp. salt

[edit] Directions

1. Pierce eyes of coconuts with an ice pick or nail.
2. Strain coconut water and measure 13/4 cups; add 1/2 cup water; reserve.
3. Heat condensed milk, evaporated milk and 11/4 cups water in medium saucepan to boiling.
4. Soften gelatin in 1/2 c. water. Add to milk mixture, stirring until gelatin dissolves.
5. Stir in reserved coconut water, the lime peel, vanilla and salt.
6. Pour into large serving bowl. Refrigerate covered until set, about 4 hours.
7. Garnish with shredded coconut and maraschino cherries, if desired.