Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
"This is the one and only lemon meringue pie recipe you'll ever need. The flaky and tender from-scratch crust is worth the effort. —Lee Bremson, Kansas City, Missouri..."
INGREDIENTS
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1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup shortening
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1 to 3 tablespoons cold water
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FILLING:
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1-1/4 cups sugar
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1-1/2 cups water
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3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
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2 tablespoons butter
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1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
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1/3 cup lemon juice
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MERINGUE:
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1/2 cup sugar, divided
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1/2 cup cold water
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4 egg whites
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3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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