Lemon Tart

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 200°C (approximately 400°F).
2. 2
   Grind cookies in food processor, mix with cooled, melted butter until smooth and spreadable.
3. 3
   Press cookie mixture in a thin, even layer into pie dish.
4. 4
   Beat egg yolks with condensed milk and lemon juice.
5. 5
   Spread on top of crust.
6. 6
   Bake in preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Beat egg whites until foamy.
8. 8
   Add sugar and continue to beat until glossy and smooth meringue forms.
9. 9
   Reduce oven temperature to 180°C (approximately 350°F).
10. 10
    Spread meringue on top of the pie and bake on the upper oven rack for a few minutes until golden brown.
11. 11
    Garnish with lemon zest.