Lemon Meringue Pie

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   Combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan; stir in 1 1/2 cups water gradually.

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   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbly and thickened.

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   Cook for 1 minute.

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   Stir half the hot mixture into egg yolks; blend egg yolks into hot mixture.

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   Cook for 1 minute longer, stirring constantly.

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   Remove from heat; stir until smooth.

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   Blend in butter, lemon juice and rind; pour into pie shell.

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   Cover with meringue.

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   Bake at 400u00b0 for 5 to 8 minutes or until meringue is light brown.

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    Yield:

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    6 to 8 servings.

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