Real Lemon Meringue Pie

1. 1

   Separate eggs and beat yolks until slightly foamy.

2. 2

   Stir in 1 cup sugar gradually, beating constantly.

3. 3

   Now, stir in flour and salt until smooth, then pour in lemon juice and mix thoroughly. Add boiling water last.

4. 4

   Cook over boiling water, stirring constantly, until the filling is smooth and thick as mayonnaise (takes about 20 minutes).

5. 5

   Cool before pouring into pie shell. Start oven at 325u00b0 and beat up meringue, adding remaining 1/2 cup sugar when egg whites stand in peaks.

6. 6

   Pile meringue over pie filling and bake about 20 to 25 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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