Grannie’s Lemon Pie

Lemon pie is believed to have originated in the United States during the 19th century and became popular as a refreshing and tangy dessert.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 170 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Grannie’s Lemon Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Pie crust
• 4 piece Lemons
• 4 piece Eggs
• 200 gram Sugar
• 100 gram Butter
• 30 gram Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a pie dish.
3. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the water.
4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
5. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Gradually whisk in the hot sugar mixture.
7. Zest and juice the lemons, then add the zest and juice to the egg mixture. Stir until well combined.
8. Pour the filling into the pie crust.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 48g16%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.