Lemon Meringue Pie

1Ingredients

• 1 baked 9-inch pie crust
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 6 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 4 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 3 tbsp butter
• For meringue: 4 egg whites, 1/4 tsp cream of tartar, 6 tbsp sugar

2Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk sugar, cornstarch, salt, and water in saucepan.

2. 2

   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick.

3. 3

   Beat yolks; temper with hot mixture, then return to pan.

4. 4

   Cook 2 more minutes; remove from heat.

5. 5

   Stir in lemon juice and butter.

6. 6

   Pour into baked crust.

7. 7

   Beat egg whites with cream of tartar to soft peaks.

8. 8

   Gradually add sugar; beat to stiff peaks.

9. 9

   Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing edges.

10. 10

    Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes until golden.