Lemon Merengue Pie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Lemon Meringue Pie Ingredients
Method
Directions
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Make the lemon filling
In a saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of water, lemon juice, lemon zest, cornstarch, and the remaining 0.25 cups of sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Remove from heat. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually add a small amount of the hot mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly, then return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
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Prepare the meringue
In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 0.25 cups of sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Stir in vanilla extract.
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Assemble and bake
Spread the meringue over the lemon filling, sealing the edges. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool before serving.
