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Lemon Meringue Pie (Best of the Best) Recipe

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Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 1/2 c. sugar
Scant 1/2 c. cornstarch (6 T. or so)
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. water
4 eggs, separated
3 T. butter
1 T grated lemon rind (or more to taste)
1/2 c. lemon juice
Meringue:
4 egg white (separated above)
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 c. sugar
Directions:
Directions:
Combine sugar, cornstarch and salt in large saucepan. Gradually add water, stirring with wooden spoon. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick and bubbly. Cool 1 minute and remove from heat. Beat egg yolks slightly in small bowl. Slowly blend 1/2 c. hot mixture into eggs. Stir back into remaining mixture in pan. Cook on low 2 minutes. Remove from heat (don't overcook). Stir in butter, lemon rind and juice. Pour into cooled crust.

Serve with meringue or whipped cream.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6 to 8
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
You're on your own if you cook the meringue! I like whipped cream best!

 

 

 

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