Friday, July 16, 2010

Lemon Meringue Pie














Filling:
- 1 1/2 C. Sugar
- 1/4 C. + 2 Tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp Flour
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1/2 C. Lemon Juice
- 3 Egg Yolks, Well Beaten
- 1 1/2 C. Boiling Water
- 1 Tbsp Grated Lemon Rind
- 1 C. Cold Water
- 1 Baked 9in (deep dish) pie shell


Meringue:

- 3 Egg Whites
- 2/3 C. Sugar
- 1/2 tsp Cream of Tartar

  • Blend: sugar, cornstarch, flour, and salt in medium saucepan. Add lemon juice, rind, cold water, beaten egg yolks, blending until very smooth. Add boiling water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, then boil 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir filling occasionally until warm. When cool, add to pie shell.
  • Beat 3 egg whites, cream of tartar. Add sugar gradually. (use Electric mixer, can take up to 45min) Beat until mixture can stand on own. Apply to top of pie filling, sealing in the pie filling.
  • Bake @ 350 degrees for 10-13 minutes (until tips are light brown.)

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