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Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
  • 3 Tbsp. melted butter
  • 2 eggs, separated
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 c. milk
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • zest and juice from 1 lemon

Method

  • In a medium bowl, blend sugar and flour very well. Add melted butter and both egg yolks and make paste.
  • Add salt, lemon zest, lemon juice (grate off zest, then squeeze out juice) and milk, blending well. Beat egg whites stiff and add last.
  • Pour in a 9-inch unbaked pie shell and bake at 425° for 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 375° and continue baking for 10 to 20 minutes.
  • Pie will fall as it cools.
  • Serve room temperature if possible, otherwise, refrigerate.