TL’s Award Winning Deep Dish Lemon Meringue Pie
Lemon meringue pie is believed to have originated in the United States in the late 19th century.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 175 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
TL’s Award Winning Deep Dish Lemon Meringue Pie
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the pie crust and line a deep dish pie pan with it.
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In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and gradually whisk in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
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In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in a small amount of the hot lemon mixture, then pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
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Pour the lemon filling into the pie crust.
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In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
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Spread the meringue topping over the lemon filling, making sure to seal the edges.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
