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Lemon Meringue Pie

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A classic dessert featuring tangy lemon filling topped with sweet and fluffy meringue.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-baked pie crust
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in water until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and boils.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add some of the hot mixture to the yolks, stirring continuously to temper them.
  5. Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter.
  6. Pour the lemon filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
  7. In a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread the meringue over the lemon filling.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
  9. Let it cool before serving.

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. For variations, try adding whipped cream on top of the meringue or mixing in other citrus juices.

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