Lemon Meringue Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cornstarch, 1 1/4 cups sugar, lemon juice and lemon rind.
2. 2
   Beat egg yolks.
3. 3
   Add to mixture.
4. 4
   Gradually add boiling water.
5. 5
   Heat to boiling.
6. 6
   Boil 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour into baked pie shell.
7. 7
   Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry.
8. 8
   Gradually beat in the 6 tablespoons of sugar.
9. 9
   Spread meringue over top of pie, sealing in all the filling by touching all sides of the crust.
10. 10
    Bake in preheated 425° oven for 4 to 5 minutes until brown.