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Simple Lemon Pie

Lemon meringue pie is one of my favorite desserts, and this yummy, sweet-tart version is so good that no one will suspect that it’s light.

—FRANCES VANFOSSAN WARREN, MI

PREP: 20 MIN. + CHILLING MAKES: 8 SERVINGS

1 package (.8 ounce) sugar-free cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix

1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free lemon gelatin

1/3 cups water

1/3 cup lemon juice

1 reduced-fat graham cracker crust (8 inches)

1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping

1. In a small saucepan, combine pudding mix and gelatin. Add water and lemon juice; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened.

2. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Pour into crust. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. Spread with whipped topping.

PER SERVING 1 piece equals 146 cal., 5 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 0 chol., 174 mg sodium, 22 g carb., trace fiber, 2 g pro. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1 fat.