"In the good old days, when everyone baked, the bake sale offered cooks a chance to strut their stuff. The competition was friendly but cut-throat, and winners were determined by whose sweets sold first - and at what premium price. In celebration of those leisurely times, here is a classic lemon meringue pie...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 refrigerated pie crust (half of 15-ounce package), room temperature
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1 teaspoon all purpose flour
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1 1/4 cups plus 1/3 cup sugar
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1 1/2 cups water
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6 tablespoons cornstarch
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5 large eggs, separated
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1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
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Pinch of salt
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1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
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2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
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1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar