Bakewell Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Pre-heat oven to 425oF or Mark 7.
2. 2
   Roll out the pastry and line a wide shallow dish or a pie plate.
3. 3
   Spread the pastry with a thick layer of jam.
4. 4
   Cream butter and sugar, add the egg yolks, the beaten egg whites and the almond extract.
5. 5
   Spread the mixture over the jam and bake for 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Reduce heat to 350oF Mark 4 for 20 minutes.
7. 7
   The filling is meant to remain soft and is not intended to set.