Mom's Lemon Custard Pie

Adapted from https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/mom-s-lemon-custard-pie/

Servings: 8

INGREDIENTS

1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 large eggs, separated
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
Whipped cream, lemon slice and mint sprig, optional

STEPS

1) Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat sugar and butter until well blended. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add milk, flour and salt; mix well. Stir in lemon juice and zest; set aside. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; gently fold into lemon mixture.

2) Pour into pie shell. Bake 1 hour or until lightly browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool. Garnish with whipped cream, lemon and mint, if desired. Store in the refrigerator.