Mile High Lemon Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare 9-inch baked pie shell as directed on package.
2. 2
   In saucepan, mix egg yolks, 1 cup sugar, gelatin, water, lemon peel, lemon juice and salt.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly just until mixture boils.
4. 4
   Chill in refrigerator, stirring occasionally, until mixture mounds slightly when dropped from spoon.
5. 5
   Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy.
6. 6
   Beat in 1 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
7. 7
   Continue beating until stiff and glossy.
8. 8
   Fold in lemon mixture.
9. 9
   Pile into baked pie shell. Chill several hours or until set.