2017 Home for the Holidays

Page 30 2017 Home for the Holidays LINCOLN DAILY NEWS November 22, 2017 One of Aper’s favorite family side dishes has many names. Some call it Black Forrest, Dirt Dessert or Oreo Dessert, according to Aper. Aper sticks with Oreo Dessert and says, “This recipe originally came from Armington. An aunt of mine, Aunt Edelle, now deceased, always had an annual Christmas dinner and this was always a big hit. Now I make it so often for my family and I put it in the freezer and have it when the grandchildren stop in.” Oreo Dessert from Shirley Aper 1 envelope Knox Gelatin and 1 cup Milk - mix and let soak for an hour Put in heavy pan and add: 1 cup sugar 2 beaten egg yolks (room temperature - save egg whites) a pinch of salt Then stir with a whisk on the stovetop, about 10 minutes in all. Let cool, as it cools, it thickens. If in a hurry, I often put it in the refrigerator to cool faster. Stir occasionally. If it gets too thick, beat with a mixer and add 2 cups whipped cream (I use Cool Whip). Add the two beaten eggs whites, and lastly fold in a teaspoon of vanilla. Crumb up 10-12 Oreo Sandwiches and put half of them on the bottom of a 9 x 13 dish. Add the pudding mixture and then put the rest of the cookie crumbs on the top. Serve chilled.