Alene Mather’s Lemon Pie
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Categories: Needs Front MatterFrom: Wyoming
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cornstarch | 4 Tblsp | |
| Sugar | ¾ cup + 2 Tblsp | |
| Lemon | ¼ tsp grated rind & 3 Tblsp juice | tart |
| Water | 1 & ⅓ cup | |
| Salt | ⅓ tsp | |
| Eggs | 2 | separated |
| Butter | 1 Tblsp | softened |
| Cream Of Tartar | ¼ tsp | |
| Baked Pie Shell | one 8” diameter |
Method
- Cook ¾ cup sugar, cornstarch, water, and salt until clear, stirring often.
- Beat egg yolks.
- Stir a little of the cooked mix into the egg yolks, then add them to the mix.
- Cook 30 seconds longer, then remove from heat.
- Stir in butter, lemon juice, and grated rind.
- Cool thoroughly.
- Pour into baked pie shell.
- Beat egg whites with 2 Tblsp sugar and cream of tartar until stiff.
- Cover the pie with meringue.
Notes From Gran
- Make about 5 hours before serving.
Modern Notes
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