Impossible Lemon Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, combine lemon juice and rind, egg yolks, hot water, 1/4 cup sugar and butter.
2. 2
   Heat slowly, stirring constantly, until thick enough to coat a spoon.
3. 3
   Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, beat egg whites until STIFF, slowly adding remaining 1/4 cup sugar.
5. 5
   Fold in egg yolk mixture and pour into baked pie shell.
6. 6
   Place pie briefly under broiler to give a golden top.
7. 7
   Watch it constantly because it will brown quickly.
8. 8
   Cool and refrigerate for about 2 hours before serving. Keep in the refrigerator.
9. 9
   Serves 6 to 8.
10. 10
    NOTE: To extract more juice from lemons, limes and oranges, place them in the microwave on high for 30-45 seconds per piece of fruit, or roll them on the kitchen counter with the palms of your hands.
11. 11
    I used extra large lemons for this pie.
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    Impossible Pie Cookbook.