Traditional Key Lime Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg yolks.
2. 2
   Stir in sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice and rind.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, stiffly beat 1 egg white.
4. 4
   Fold into pie mixture.
5. 5
   Turn into baked pie shell.
6. 6
   Beat the three reserved egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy.
7. 7
   Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff but not dry.
8. 8
   Spread meringue on top of pie, sealing carefully to the edge of the pie shell.
9. 9
   Bake 15 minutes at 350° or until meringue is golden brown.
10. 10
    Cool in refrigerator at least 6 hours.