Delicious Apple Squares

1. 1

   Cream the butter and 200 grams minus three tablespoons of white sugar.

2. 2

   Add flour, lemon juice and rind and three egg yolks and work to form a compact dough. Set aside.

3. 3

   Peel and grate the apples and toss in a large bowl with the cinnamon, brown sugar and raisins.

4. 4

   Roll out half the dough and line a well greased rectangular pan (about 30 cm by 20 cm).

5. 5

   Add the apple mixture and roll out the rest of the dough to cover the apple filling.

6. 6

   Cook in a moderate oven for about twelve to fifteen minutes, or until just beginning to turn brown on the top.

7. 7

   Meanwhile beat the egg whites with the three tablespoonfuls of white sugar until stiff.

8. 8

   Spread over the top of the pastry and pop under the broiler for a couple of minutes until golden brown.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and allow to cook before cutting in squares to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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