Lemon Amandine

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 3 tablespoons flour
 * 1/2 cup sugar
 * 1/4 teaspoon salt
 * 4 eggs, separated
 * 1 cup cooked rice
 * 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
 * 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
 * 1/3 cup lemon juice
 * 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
 * 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
 * Lemon sauce (optional)

Directions
Combine butter, flour, sugar and salt in large bowl; beat until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks and beat 1 minute longer. Blend in rice, lemon peel, milk and lemon juice. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff but not dry; fold into rice mixture. Turn into greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve warm or cold. Top with lemon sauce, if desired.