Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, add gooseberries and water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes. Drain off some of the excess water, then return to the burner.

Step 3

Add the sugar, butter and flour, continue to simmer.

Step 4

Beat egg yolks and pour slowly into saucepan. Cook on medium-low heat until thick.

Step 5

Pour filling into still frozen pre-made pie crust.

Step 6

Top with a second pie crust, cutting slits to vent (or cut for lattice top).

Step 7

Brush the pie crust with egg whites. Sprinkle sugar on top.

Step 8

Cover the crusts of the pie with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake for another 15-25 minutes, until the crust is browned.