Shaker Lemon Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 large lemons or 3 medium lemons, sliced paper thin, rind and all
2 cups sugar
1 (8 inch) pastry for double-crust pie
4 eggs, beaten

Preparation

Combine the lemon slices and 1 1/2 cups of the sugar in a bowl; gently toss together so the slices are well coated. Let stand at least 2 hours; longer (even overnight) is better.
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
Divide the dough in half; roll out one-half and line the pie pan with it.
Stir the beaten eggs into the lemon mixture.
Spread the mixture over the pie dough.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup sugar over the filling.
Roll the remaining dough out and place over the filling.
Crimp the edges and cut vents on top.
Bake for 15 minutes; lower the heat to 375 degrees and bake for about 20 minutes more, until a knife comes out clean when inserted in the center.