Lemon Meringue Pie
"Lemon meringue pie is a Thanksgiving favorite, but it's delicious year-round as well, especially in the summer months when lemon-flavored desserts shine. A forkful of lemon meringue pie hits all the right sweet spots with its tart lemon custard piled with pillowy soft meringue featuring a light crunch from the crust. There’s nothing quite like classic lemon meringue pie. With its sweet and tangy flavors and soft meringue topping, it’s hard to stop at just one slice. "
Serves8
Preparation Time1 min
Cooking Vessel Sizehand mixer, pie plate
Ingredients
- 1 Pie Crust
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 7 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 cup Hot Water
- 4 Egg Yolks
- 4 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1 cup Fresh Lemon
- 4 Egg Whites
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cream of Tarter
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Bake the crust according to the package instructions with weights to keep the pie shell flat.
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Prepare the custard by adding the sugar, salt, and cornstarch to a saucepan over medium-low heat. Slowly add the water and whisk. Continually whisk until thick and smooth. Remove from heat.
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