Recipe- Lemon Meringue Pie

Hey Guys,
Who doesn't love a good Lemon Meringue Pie. Growing up in the Trinidad, I enjoyed many citrus fruits like oranges, portugal, grapefruits, tangerines, lemon etc. We make alot of desserts and treats made from these fruits. I remember my grandmother making Lemon Meringue Pies which were both sweet and tangy at the same time. Yummmm!

I would share her recipe with you but Shhhh......it's just between us! :). I get several requests for these pies from my customers and it is a top seller. Like my page on Facebook guys- Little Miss Cupcake Bakery if you would like to order one of these tasty pies!

Ingredients
CRUST
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shortening
3 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups water
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/3 cup lemon juice
MERINGUE:
1/2 cup sugar, divided
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water
4 egg whites
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add 3 tablespoons cold water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball.
2. Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges. Bake at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
3. For filling, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, flour and salt. Gradually stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer.
4. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in butter and lemon peel. Gradually stir in lemon juice just until combined. Pour into the crust.
5. For meringue, in a saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in cold water. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is clear. Transfer to a bowl; cool.
6. In a large bowl, beat egg whites and vanilla until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in the remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Beat in cornstarch mixture on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Spread evenly over hot filling, sealing edges to crust.
7. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Happy Baking guys!

Until the next time....

Your Trini Baker