Coconut Pudding

Ingredients

 * 2 med. coconuts
 * 1 Tbs. grated lime peel
 * 1/2 c. water
 * 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
 * 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
 * 1 can (13 oz) evaporated milk
 * 1 tsp. vanilla
 * 11/4 c. water
 * 1/8 tsp. salt

Directions

 * 1) Pierce eyes of coconuts with an ice pick or nail.
 * 2) Strain coconut water and measure 13/4 cups; add 1/2 cup water; reserve.
 * 3) Heat condensed milk, evaporated milk and 11/4 cups water in medium saucepan to boiling.
 * 4) Soften gelatin in 1/2 c. water. Add to milk mixture, stirring until gelatin dissolves.
 * 5) Stir in reserved coconut water, the lime peel, vanilla and salt.
 * 6) Pour into large serving bowl. Refrigerate covered until set, about 4 hours.
 * 7) Garnish with shredded coconut and maraschino cherries, if desired.