Orange Meringue Pie Recipe

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Orange Meringue Pie
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  1. In a 2- to 3-qt. saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Using a wire whisk, gradually blend in orange juice until smooth. Add egg yolks and blend thoroughly. Add lemon juice and butter. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, and gradually bring to a boil. Reduce heat as mixture begins to thicken. Boil slowly for 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in peel. Pour hot filling into pie shell. Let stand, allowing a thin film to form on top.
  2. Meanwhile, for meringue, beat egg whites in a small bowl until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat on high until soft peaks form. Reduce speed to medium; add sugar gradually, about 1 tablespoon at a time. beat on high until stiff and glossy.
  3. Spoon meringue around edge of filling. Using a spatula, push meringue gently against inner edge of crust, sealing well. Swirl meringue into center of pie.
  4. Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on wire rack at room temperature for 2 hours before serving. To cut, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 379.53 Kcal (1589 kJ)
Calories from fat 123.22 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.69g 21%
Cholesterol 93.29mg 31%
Sodium 250.73mg 10%
Potassium 289.93mg 6%
Total Carbs 58.61g 20%
Sugars 37.23g 149%
Dietary Fiber 0.33g 1%
Protein 6.41g 13%
Vitamin C 50mg 83%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 0.7mg 4%
Calcium 29.4mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 186.17 Kcal (779 kJ)
Calories from fat 60.44 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.72g 21%
Cholesterol 45.76mg 31%
Sodium 123mg 10%
Potassium 142.22mg 6%
Total Carbs 28.75g 20%
Sugars 18.26g 149%
Dietary Fiber 0.16g 1%
Protein 3.14g 13%
Vitamin C 24.5mg 83%
Iron 0.3mg 4%
Calcium 14.4mg 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

  • 8.7
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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