Ingredients

  • 1 c. graham crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 c. melted butter
  • 1 c. flour
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts
  • 1 pkg. Knox gelatine
  • 1 1/2 c. milk
  • 2 heaping Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 5 eggs
  • 1/4 c. poppy seed
  • 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
  • 1/2 c. sugar

Method

  • Mix and pack first four ingredients in a 9 x 13-inch pan and bake at 325° for 15 minutes.
  • Dissolve 1 package Knox gelatine and 1/4 cup cold water and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine milk, cornstarch, vanilla, salt, 1 cup sugar, egg yolks and poppy seed. Boil over medium heat until thick.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add gelatine and allow to cool.
  • Take 5 egg whites and beat with cream of tartar and 1/2 cup sugar until stiff.
  • Fold into cooled mixture and pour over crust.
  • Top with whipped cream, can put chopped nuts on top.
  • Refrigerate until set about 2 to 3 hours.