Lemon Meringue Pie
INGREDIENTS
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Filling:
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2 large eggs
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5 large egg yolks
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1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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1 pinch salt
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1 cup fresh lemon juice
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1/4 cup water
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1 1/2 tablespoons finely grated lemon rind
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4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 -- prebaked (9-inch) piecrust, store-bought or your favorite crust recipe
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Meringue:
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4 large egg whites, at room temperature
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1 pinch salt
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1/2 cup sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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