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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/3 c. cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 c. water
  • 3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 c. lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. grated lemon rind

Method

  • Mix sugar, cornstarch and water in a saucepan. Stir gradually over medium heat until mixture thickens and boils. Boil for 1 minute. Slowly stir at least 1/2 of the hot mixture into egg yolks; blend into remaining hot mixture and boil for 1 minute longer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and continue stirring until smooth. Blend in butter, lemon juice and rind. Pour into a baked pie shell and top with meringue.