->Lemon Sponge 01 <-

1 cup sugar

1/4 cup cake meal

1/2 tbs potato starch

1/8 tsp salt

2 tbs melted shortening or oil

4-5 tbs lemon juice

1 tsp grated lemon rind

2 eggs, separated

1 cup water

In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Stir in the

oil, lemon juice and lemon rind. In a small bowl, beat the egg

yolks with the water and add to the lemon mixture and mix well.

In a clean small bowl, at high speed, beat the egg whites until

stiff but not dry. Fold them into the egg yolk-flour mixture.

1 1/2 quart casserole or 6 custard cups.

Set the dish(es) into a pan containing 1 inch of hot water. Bake

350 degree F oven for 40-50 minutes. Serve warm or cold. Serves 6-8.