Best Ever Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Ingredients for Best Ever Lemon Meringue Pie

• Sugar
• Water
• Salt
• Cornstarch
• Eggs
• Lemon Juice
• Butter
• Fresh Lemon Rind
• 9 Inch Pie Shell

How to Make Best Ever Lemon Meringue Pie

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. If using a store-bought crust, place it in the pie plate and bake for 10 minutes. This helps prevent a soggy bottom.
3. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 1/2 cups sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in water until smooth.
4. Stir in lemon juice and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and is bubbly.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and egg yolks.
6. Temper the eggs by slowly whisking a little of the hot lemon mixture into the eggs. Then, pour the tempered egg mixture into the saucepan.
7. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the filling is smooth and thickened. Remove from heat.
8. Stir in butter until melted and incorporated.
9. Pour the lemon filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
10. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
11. Spoon the meringue over the hot lemon filling, sealing the edges to the crust to prevent shrinkage.
12. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly browned and the filling is set.
13. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!