**Lemon Meringue Pie – Full Recipe**For the crust:1 9-inch pie crust, baked and cooledFor the lemon filling:1 1/4 cups sugar1/2 cup cornstarch1/4 tsp salt1 1/2 cups water3 large egg yolks, beaten2 tbsp butter1/2 cup fresh lemon juice1 tbsp lemon zestFor the meringue:3 large egg whites1/4 tsp cream of tartar6 tbsp sugarInstructions:1. Filling: Whisk sugar, cornstarch, salt + water in a saucepan. Cook until thick and bubbly.2. Temper egg yolks with hot mixture, then return to pan. Cook 2 min. Remove from heat.3. Stir in butter, lemon juice, and zest. Pour into cooled crust.4. Meringue: Beat egg whites + cream of tartar to soft peaks. Add sugar slowly, beat to stiff glossy peaks.5. Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing edges. Bake 350°F for 10-12 min until golden. Cool completely.
