"Sweet homemade Lemon Meringue Pie topped with billows of fluffy meringue is universal in appeal. It makes the ultimate finish to any meal...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 9 inch deep dish pie crust (baked and cooled)
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/3 cup cornstarch
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 1/2 cup water
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1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
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5 large egg yolks (reserve whites for meringue)
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3 Tbsp unsalted butter (cubed, room temperature)
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1 Tbsp grated lemon zest
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Meringue:
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5 large egg whites reserved from eggs
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1/2 tsp cream of tarter
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1/2 tsp clear vanilla extract (optional)
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1/3-1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to your taste)
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