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Are you ready to embark on a delicious journey to Lemon Meringue Pie perfection with just a handful of ingredients? Get your apron on and let’s dive into this easy and tasty recipe that will impress your taste buds and your friends.

Remember, the more you do something the better you get. And what’s wrong with a little dessert now and then? Enjoy!

For the homemade crust, you will need:
– 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
– 1/4 cup ice water

To make the crust, mix the flour and salt in a bowl, then cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add the ice water and mix until a dough forms. Roll out the dough on a floured surface, then transfer it to a pie dish and crimp the edges.

For the lemon filling, you will need:
– 1 cup sugar
– 1/4 cup cornstarch
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup water
– 3 egg yolks, beaten
– 1/2 cup lemon juice
– 2 tablespoons butter

In a saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the egg yolks and lemon juice. Return to heat and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat again and stir in the butter until melted. Pour the filling into the crust.

For the meringue topping, you will need:
– 3 egg whites
– 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
– 1/3 cup sugar

In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Spread the meringue over the lemon filling, making sure it touches the crust to prevent shrinking.

Bake the pie at 350°F for 12-15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown. Let it cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade Lemon Meringue Pie with just a few ingredients and a whole lot of flavor!

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Sources/Research:

Recipe adapted from: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/16947/lemon-meringue-pie-iii/

Don’t have cream of tartar? No worries! Follow this link for substitutes:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cream-of-tartar-substitutes#summary