Lemon Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cornstarch, 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, stirring constantly and boil for 4 minutes.
5. 5
   Pour into pie shell.
6. 6
   Beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry.
7. 7
   Add cream of tartar and gradually add 6 tablespoons sugar.
8. 8
   Spread meringue over top of pie carefully, sealing in all the filling by spreading meringue to touch all edges of crust.
9. 9
   Bake in hot oven at 400° for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned.
10. 10
    Cool on rack away from draft.
11. 11
    Makes one 9-inch pie.