Classic Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

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Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
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  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.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 802.25 Kcal (3359 kJ)
Calories from fat 208.06 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23.12g 36%
Cholesterol 92.02mg 31%
Sodium 362.21mg 15%
Potassium 83.72mg 2%
Total Carbs 131.64g 44%
Sugars 35.01g 140%
Dietary Fiber 0.12g 0%
Protein 12.76g 26%
Vitamin C 5.9mg 10%
Iron 0.4mg 2%
Calcium 25.8mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 214.61 Kcal (899 kJ)
Calories from fat 55.66 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.18g 36%
Cholesterol 24.62mg 31%
Sodium 96.89mg 15%
Potassium 22.39mg 2%
Total Carbs 35.22g 44%
Sugars 9.37g 140%
Dietary Fiber 0.03g 0%
Protein 3.41g 26%
Vitamin C 1.6mg 10%
Iron 0.1mg 2%
Calcium 6.9mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 17.9
    Points
  • 21
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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