Lemon Pie III

Thinly sliced lemons are coated in sugar and allowed to sweeten before they are combined with beaten eggs and arranged in layers in a pie shell. The top crust is popped on and the pie is slipped into the oven to bake.

• Calories: 351 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie
• 3 lemons, thinly sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Slice lemons as thin as possible, leaving on the rind. Combine with sugar; mix well. Let stand at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 2

Beat the eggs well, and add to lemon mixture; mix well. Place in a 9-inch pie shell, arranging the lemon slices evenly. Cover with top crust. Cut slits near center.

Step 3

Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 12 minutes. Reduce heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake for about 20 minute more, or until knife inserted comes out clean. Cool before serving.