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Key Lime Pie VI

Key Lime Pie VI

Cost $10, save $15

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  • 30 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Filling

    • 🧂 1 cup white sugar
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 💧 2 cups water
    • 🥚 3 eggs, separated
    • 🧈 1 tablespoon butter
    • 🍋 ¼ cup key lime juice
    • 🍋 1 tablespoon grated lime zest

  • Crust

    • 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked

  • Meringue

    • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
    • 🧂 6 tablespoons white sugar

STEPS

1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

2

Separate the eggs. Beat the egg yolks and set the whites aside.

3

Combine the 1 cup white sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Gradually stir in the water. Cook over medium heat until thickened.

4

Gradually stir the cooked sugar mixture into the beaten egg yolks, beating constantly. Return the mixture to low heat and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Stir in the butter, lime juice, and lime zest. Let mixture cool slightly.

5

Beat egg whites until light and frothy. Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Gradually beat in the remaining 6 tablespoons white sugar and beat until the meringue is stiff and glossy.

6

Pour the lime filling into the prepared pie shell. Pile the meringue on top, spreading it until it touches the edges of the pastry to prevent the meringue from shrinking.

7

Bake pie at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 5 to 6 minutes or until meringue top is golden brown.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

282

Calories

  • 4
    Protein
  • 49
    Carbs
  • 9
    Fats

💡 Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for easier whipping.Spread meringue to the edges of the pie crust to prevent shrinkage.For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice.