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LEMON MERINGUE PIE RECIPE
This Lemon Meringue pie recipe is an old American favorite. They say it's best when made during cold weather, but this popular dish is a delicious dessert treat any time of year. It's also much easier to make than it looks. Impress your friends, family and coworkers with this American favorite.
INGREDIENTS:
Lemon Filling: 1-1/3 cups of sugar 1-1/2 cups of water 1/2 teaspoon of salt 1/2 cup of cornstarch mixed with 1/3 cup water 4 egg yolks, slightly beaten 1/2 cup of lemon juice 3 tablespoons of butter
1 teaspoon of grated lemon zest
Meringue: 4 egg whites 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/4 teaspoon of salt 1/2 cup of sugar 1 9-inch pie shell
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DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. To make the filling, combine the one-and-one-half cups of sugar, 1-1/2 cups of water, and half a teaspoon of salt in a heavy saucepan or the top of a double boiler. Bring to a boil.
Mix the cornstarch with one third cup of water and add this to the boiling mixture slowly, stirring constantly.
Cook until the mixture is thickened and clear. Remove from the heat.
Stir in the egg yolks and lemon juice. Return the mixture to the heat and stir until it begins to bubble.
Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the butter and lemon zest. Cover and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
************* To make the meringue, combine the egg whites, cream of tartar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and beat until frothy.
Gradually add half a cup of sugar, beating until glossy peaks form when you lift the beater.
Pour the filling into the pie shell.
Add the meringue on top, spreading it so it touches the edge of the crust.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned.
Cool on a rack for about one hour.
Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
MAKES 6-8 SERVINGS
TRADITIONAL AMERICAN RECIPES BY STATE
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