AMISH LEMON SPONGE

AMISH LEMON SPONGE
2 1/2 c. sifted cake flour
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
1/3 c. cold water (approximately)

FILLING FOR ONE 9" UNCOOKED PIE SHELL:
2 tbsp. butter
1 c. sugar
3 eggs, separated
3 tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
Lemon juice & rind of 1 lemon
1 1/2 c. hot milk

Measure sifted flour, add salt and sift again. Cut in shortening using a pastry
blender or two knifes. Sprinkle with water mixing lightly with fork. press into
ball. Makes enough pastry for a 9 inch two crust pie or two shells. Cream
butter; add sugar and egg yolks. Beat until light and fluffy. Stir in flour,
salt, lemon juice, rind and hot milk. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Bake in
400 degree oven for approximately 40 minutes. Serves 6 at 371 calories per
serving.