Lemon Pudding Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Butter a 1 1/2-quart baking dish or an 8-inch square baking pan.
3. 3
   Mix 3/4 cup of the sugar, the salt, and the flour together in a bowl.
4. 4
   Add the melted butter, lemon juice, lemon peel, and egg yolks, and stir until thoroughly blended.
5. 5
   Stir in the milk.
6. 6
   In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with the remaining 1/4 cup sugar until they are stiff but remain moist.
7. 7
   Fold the beaten whites into the lemon mixture, then pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
8. 8
   Set the baking dish in a larger pan at least 2 inches deep and pour enough hot water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
9. 9
   Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned.
10. 10
    Serve warm or chilled, with heavy cream, if you wish.