"There's a grapefruit tree in our backyard, so I like to use fresh grapefruit juice when I make this pie. I just love the unique citrus flavor of this dessert. —Barbara Soliday, Winter Haven, Florida..."
INGREDIENTS
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Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
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1-1/3 cups sugar
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1/3 cup cornstarch
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2 cups pink grapefruit juice
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3/4 cup water
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3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
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MERINGUE:
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3 large egg whites, room temperature
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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6 tablespoons sugar