Real Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Name: Real Lemon Meringue Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 dash salt; 1 lemon, zest of; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 egg yolks; Meringue; 3 egg whites; 6 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

Servings: persons

1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1 dash salt
1 lemon, zest of
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 egg yolks
Meringue
3 egg whites
6 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

1
Mix first 7 ingredients in saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
2
Pour filling into 9 inch pie shell, that has been baked and thouroughly cool.
3
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
4
Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
5
Put over hot filling, making sure meringue seals edges of pie.
6
Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7
Let cool at room temperature for 2-3 hours.

539

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sugar, 1 1/2 cups water, 1 dash salt, 1 lemon, zest of, and more.

Yes, Real Lemon Meringue Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Real Lemon Meringue Pie

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