June 28, 2022
Grandma's Lemon Pie
Grandma's Lemon Pie
Category
Desserts
Servings
4
Prep Time
Calling all lemon lovers! Grandma's special touch makes this the best pie you will ever taste.
Author:
Linda Frye
Ingredients
For the Pie:
- 1 1/4 c
sugar
- 6 tbsp
cornstarch
- 3
egg yolks
- 1
pre-baked pie crust (8 or 9 inches), gluten-free optional
For the Meringue:
- 3
egg whites
- 1
pinch cream of tartar
- 6 tbsp
sugar
- 1 tsp
vanilla flavoring
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch, and True Lemon with water. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
- Place in double boiler and slowly cook until mixture starts to thicken. While mixture is cooking, beat egg yolks in a separate medium bowl.
- Pour 1/2 cup of warmed mixture into egg yolks and add everything into the double boiler. Cook for 3 more minutes.
- Let cool slightly, then pour into pre-baked pie shell. Set aside.
- For the meringue: whip egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add sugar, one tablespoon at a time until all sugar is added. Add in vanilla flavoring and gently beat to combine.
- Spread meringue on pie and bake at 325 degrees until golden brown.
Recipe Notes
Submitted By Linda Frye.