Prune And Rice Whip

Ingredients

• 1 cup prunes
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 egg whites
• 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice (if desired)
• 3/4 cup cooked rice

Instructions

1. 1Wash prunes and soak overnight in enough cold water to cover. Cook slowly in same water until nearly all evaporated. Remove pits, force through coarse strainer, add sugar and cook five minutes (should be of marmalade consistency). Beat egg whites until stiff, add gradually the prune pulp and lemon, if used. Fold in the rice with as few motions as possible. Pile lightly on buttered baking dish and cook in a moderate oven. Serve hot or cold with Custard Sauce (see page 162). Cook in the oven for 20 minutes at 325 degrees.