Lemon Cake Roll

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and smooth.
2. 2
   Add water.
3. 3
   Combine flour, baking powder and salt; stir into egg mixture just until moistened.
4. 4
   Line a greased 15X10 inch baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper.
5. 5
   Spread batter evenly in pan.
6. 6
   Bake at 375 for 12-14 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched in center.
7. 7
   Cool cake in pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Turn cake out onto a kitchen towel.
9. 9
   Gently peel off the waxed paper.
10. 10
    Beginning with short side, roll up cake, jelly roll style.
11. 11
    Cool completely on a wire rack.
12. 12
    For filling, in a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, egg, water and lemon juice.
13. 13
    Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil.
14. 14
    Cook and stir 1 minute longer until thickened.
15. 15
    Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature.
16. 16
    Unroll cake; spread cooled filling to within 1 inch of edges.
17. 17
    Roll up again.
18. 18
    Cover and chill for 1-2 hours before serving.
19. 19
    Sprinkle with powedered sugar before serving, if desired.
20. 20
    Store in the refrigerator.