Lemon Sponge Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350.
2. 2
   Beat egg whites until foamy and gradually add 2 Tbsp of the sugar; continue to beat until soft peaks form.
3. 3
   Beat the yolks with the balance of the sugar until thick and light.
4. 4
   Add flour, rind, juice, milk and butter and beat until blended.
5. 5
   Fold into the egg whites.
6. 6
   Pour into the pie shell and bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown.
7. 7
   This rises somewhat during baking but then sinks a bit with cooling.
8. 8
   When I was a child 50+ years ago and my maternal grandmother knew I would be visiting, she always prepared this favorite pie.