Give me a pie recipe that takes under 2 hours, and involves lemons
Lemon Meringue Pie
Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Place the pie crust in a pie dish and bake according to package instructions. Let cool.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
4. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks. Gradually whisk in a small amount of the hot sugar mixture, then add the egg mixture back to the saucepan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter. Pour the filling into the baked pie crust.
6. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until glossy.
7. Spoon the meringue over the pie filling, making sure to seal the edges of the crust.
8. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly browned.
9. Let cool before serving. Enjoy your delicious lemon meringue pie!