Lemon Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, cornstarch and sugar into a saucepan.
2. 2
   Add butter. Add lemon juice to the egg yolks and beat until they are thick and velvety.
3. 3
   Add this to the sugar, cornstarch, butter and flour mixture.
4. 4
   Stir until free of lumps.
5. 5
   You may add a few tablespoons of cold water to make it thin enough not to lump.
6. 6
   Pour the boiling water over lemon mixture.
7. 7
   Set on stove and let come to a boil, stirring constantly.
8. 8
   And here is the secret: your pie will have a better flavor if it scorches just a tiny bit.
9. 9
   Add grated lemon rind.
10. 10
    Let cool, stirring often.