Magic Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

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For the lemon filling:

For the meringue topping:

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1 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons cornstarch ¼ teaspoon salt 1 ½ cups water Juice and zest of 2 lemons 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 egg yolks, beaten 1 (9-inch) pie crust, baked

4 egg whites ½ cup granulated sugar

1

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In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the water until smooth.

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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens.

3

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Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter until well combined.

4

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Gradually whisk some of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks, then pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan. Cook and stir for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.