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Clear Lemon Meringue Pie
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 3 egg yolks, beaten
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 6 tablespoons white sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in water. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Continue to cook and stir for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Gradually whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks, then return the egg mixture to the saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, butter, and lemon zest. Pour into the pre-baked pie crust.
- In a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add 6 tablespoons of sugar, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over pie, sealing the edges at the crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown. Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Clear lemon meringue pie, also known as transparent lemon pie, has a rich history rooted in the American South. This unique dessert gained popularity in the 19th century, with its origins often attributed to Southern home cooks and community gatherings. The pie's signature clear, jelly-like filling is achieved through a meticulous cooking process that extracts pectin from the lemon peels. Notable chefs and restaurants in the Southern United States, particularly in regions like Georgia and Louisiana, have perfected this delicacy. Today, the best versions of this pie can be found in renowned Southern bakeries and eateries. The key to mastering this dessert lies in achieving the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness in the lemon filling, while ensuring a light and fluffy meringue topping. For those seeking an alternative method, some recipes incorporate gelatin to achieve the desired clear consistency.
50 min
8
320 calories
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