Lemon Sponge Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Make pie shell with a high rim.
2. 2
   Cream butter; gradually add 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 and juice, flour and salt; mix well.
6. 6
   Stir in milk.
7. 7
   Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry.
8. 8
   Fold into lemon mixture.
9. 9
   Pour into pie shell.
10. 10
    Bake in hot oven at 450° for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Reduce heat to 350° and continue baking for 35 minutes.
12. 12
    Serve cold. Makes 1 pie.