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Classic Lemon Meringue Pie

Classic Lemon Meringue Pie

Ingredients

Pre-baked 9 inch pie shell
1 and 1/2 cups water
3/4 cups sugar
2 tsp grated lemon zest
3 tbs corn starch
2 egg yolks, beaten
2 tbs unsalted butter
6 tbs lemon juice
3 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
6 tbs superfine sugar
  • Prepare the pre baked pie shell and cool completely. (350 degrees for 10 minutes)
  • In the top of a double broiler set over simmering water, combine 1 cup of water, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • mix the cornstarch with the remaining water and add to the hot mixture.
  • Cook stirring frequently for 20 minutes or until thickened.
  • Stir a small about of the lemon mixture into the egg yolks.
  • Combine the egg yolk mixture with the mixture in the double boiler.
  • Cook for 2 minutes more.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the butter.
  • Add the lemon juice and mix well.
  • Turn the filling into the pie shell.
  • While the filling is still hot, prepare the meringue.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Beat the egg whites, vanilla, and cream of tartar until the mixture holds stiff peaks.
  • Gradually add the sugar, 1 tbs at a time, beating until very stiff and glossy. All the sugar must be dissolved.
  • Spread the meringue over the hot filling, sealing it to the edge of the crust.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool before serving.

Servings

6

Prep

30 min

Cook

12 min

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    Skill Level

    Easy