Lemon Raisin Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare and LIGHTLY bake a pie shell; cool.
2. 2
   In a small bowl soak raisins and lemon zest in the lemon juice for about 10 minutes; add in the nuts.
3. 3
   Using an electric mixer, cream butter, both sugars, cinnamon and salt until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
4. 4
   Add in eggs, and beat for about 30 seconds (the mixture will look curdled until it heats up in the oven).
5. 5
   Stir in the raisin mixture, and mix with a wooden spoon until combine.
6. 6
   Pour the filling into the semi-baked pie shell.
7. 7
   Set oven to 350 degrees.
8. 8
   Set oven rack to center position, and bake pie for about 35-40 minutes, or until the top is set and light golden and darker golden around the edges (it will feel somewhat spongy to the touch).
9. 9
   Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.