Classic Lemon Meringue Pie | DESSERTS | Umami

Ingredients

• Homemade Pie Crust*
• 5 large egg yolks (use the whites in the meringue below)
• 1 and 1/3 cups (320ml) water
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup (38g) cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 Tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 5 large egg whites, at room temperature
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt