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Old Fashioned Lemon Pie

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"This recipe came from a very old and dear friend, and it combines just the right amount of tartness and sweetness."
Old Fashioned Lemon Pie Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 27 times with an average star rating of 3.5
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Original recipe yield 1 pie

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
  • 5 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 5 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 3 egg whites
  • 6 tablespoons white sugar

What to Drink?
Hot Non-Alcoholic Coffee

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. To Make Lemon Filling: In a double boiler, combine cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Stir in water, mixing well. Cook until mixture is thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
  3. Place egg yolks in a medium bowl and beat well. Slowly pour 1/2 cup of cornstarch mixture into egg yolks, whisking constantly.
  4. Pour egg yolk mixture back into cornstarch mixture in double boiler, continuing to whisk constantly. Return double boiler to heat and cook mixture 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
  5. Stir butter or margarine, lemon juice, and lemon rind into thickened mixture. Allow mixture to cool, then pour into pie shell.
  6. To Make Meringue: In a large metal or glass mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add 6 tablespoons sugar a little at a time, continuing to beat until all sugar is incorporated and whites are stiff. Spread meringue into pie shell, making sure to completely cover lemon filling.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, just until meringue is golden brown. Chill before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2003 by Nicole C. 
Where did I go wrong?!?!? I followed the recipe to a 'T' and my lemon filling did not thicken... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2007 by Deludebar 
Unlike the chiffon pies that so many enjoy, I find this one not as tart. This is like the one... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2003 by MOUNTAINMAMMY 
This is the best lemon pie recipe I've tasted!!! I registered here just to leave this review.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 7, 2003 by EMANDEMS 
I liked the freshness of the ingredients used in this recipe! I did alter the proportions of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2002 by YLA 
This pie turned out beautifully and was delicious. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2006 by Ginngabread 
This recipe was forgetable.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2005 by TINKSTERBABY 
Just a lemon mer pie. Why make it sound like it's something different? also try the real... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2003 by LFLOWER75 
The pie was a little tart for my taste and I didn't even add the rind. It also did not set up... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2002 by Ginger118 
This is the BEST Lemon Pie recipe I have ever used. I have used the recipe several times,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.52 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 11, 2002 by HAZYRIGBY 
I liked this recipe. I will make it again, but I'll probably leave out the lemon zest, as I... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Old Fashioned Lemon Pie

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 287

  • Total Fat: 9.7g
  • Cholesterol: 84mg
  • Sodium: 221mg
  • Total Carbs: 48g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.3g
  • Protein: 3.1g

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