Lemon Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together 1 1/2 cups sugar, cornstarch and water; cook until thick.
2. 2
   Beat the egg yolks; add slowly to the thickened, cooked ingredients.
3. 3
   Cook for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Add the butter, lemon juice and grated rind.
5. 5
   Pour into a baked pie crust.
6. 6
   Beat the egg whites.
7. 7
   Add vanilla and cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form.
8. 8
   Add 6 tablespoons sugar; beat until stiff peaks form.
9. 9
   Put on filling, being careful to seal the meringue onto the edge of crust to prevent shrinking and weeping.
10. 10
    Bake at 350° until meringue is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.