Lemon Meringue Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cornstarch, 1 1/4 cups sugar, lemon juice and lemon rind.
2. 2
   Beat egg yolks; add to cornstarch mixture.
3. 3
   Gradually add boiling water.
4. 4
   Heat to boiling over direct heat and then boil gently 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Pour in cooked and cooled pie shell.
6. 6
   Beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry.
7. 7
   Gradually add 6 tablespoons sugar.
8. 8
   Spread to cover filling well.
9. 9
   Bake in 425° oven for 4 to 5 minutes or until brown.
10. 10
    Makes 9-inch pie. Cool on cake rack.