Lemon Layer Cream Cheese Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375°F For lemon layer: In medium saucepan, combine 2/3 cup sugar and cornstarch; mix well.
2. 2
   Gradually add cold water, stirring constantly until blended.
3. 3
   In small bowl, beat egg yolks slightly; stir into sugar mixture in saucepan.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Boil 1 minute.
6. 6
   Remove from heat.
7. 7
   Stir in lemon juice, butter and lemon peel; blend well.
8. 8
   For cream cheese layer: In small bowl, combine 1/3 cup sugar and cream cheese; beat until smooth.
9. 9
   Add egg; blend well.
10. 10
    Spoon and spread cream cheese mixture in prepared crust.
11. 11
    Spoon lemon mixture over cream cheese mixture; spread carefully to cover.
12. 12
    Bake at 375°F for 35 to 40 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
13. 13
    (Center will not be set.) Cool 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Refrigerate 1 1/2 hours or until completely chilled.
15. 15
    Whip cream and sweeten it to taste.
16. 16
    Serve pie topped with whipped cream.
17. 17
    Store in refrigerator.