Pear Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon and lemon rind in mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Prepare pears.
3. 3
   Arrange in layers in 9-inch pastry shell. Sprinkle sugar mixture over each layer.
4. 4
   Dot with butter. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
5. 5
   Put crust over top with slits to release steam.
6. 6
   Bake at 450° for 10 minutes, then at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes, until pears are tender.