Lemon Custard Pie

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 2 eggs, separated
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • 1 unbaked pie pastry (9 inches)
  • whipped cream, lemon and mint, optional

Preparation

Step 1

* In a large bowl, beat sugar and butter until well blended.

* Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

* Add the milk, flour and salt; mix well.

* Stir in lemon juice and peel; set aside.

* In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; gently fold into lemon mixture.

* Pour into pie shell.

* Bake at 325° for 1 hour or until lightly browned and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

* Cool. Garnish with whipped cream, lemon and mint if desired.

* Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 6-8 servings.