Lemon Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar until smooth.
2. 2
   Add well-beaten egg yolks and beat until light.
3. 3
   Add the lemon juice alternately with the flour which has been sifted with baking powder and salt, mixing thoroughly after each addition (do not overmix).
4. 4
   Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites and grated lemon peel.
5. 5
   Fill buttered muffin pans 3/4 full and bake at 375° for about 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Makes 24.