Lemon Sponge Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Make pastry shell with a high, fluted rim.
2. 2
   Cream butter or margarine, gradually adding sugar, and blend well.
3. 3
   Separate egg yolks from whites.
4. 4
   Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating after each addition.
5. 5
   Add lemon rind, juice, flour and salt.
6. 6
   Mix well. Stir in milk.
7. 7
   Beat whites until stiff, but not dry, and fold into lemon mixture.
8. 8
   Pour into pastry shell.
9. 9
   Bake in hot oven at 450° for 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Reduce heat to 350° and continue baking for 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
11. 11
    Serves 6 to 8.