Classic Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2-3 tablespoons cold water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 large egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar