Double-Crusted Lemon Pie

Double-Crusted Lemon Pie

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Our vintage recipe for lemon pie is smooth and light, with just the right hint of tartness. So, if you're a fan of lemony things, we know you'll enjoy this superb two-crust lemon pie!

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Cooking tools:

  • Pastry brush
  • Cooling rack
  • Pie dish
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring cup
  • Spoon
  • Chef's knife

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1-1/2 cups boiling water
  • 1-1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon rind
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • Pastry for a double crust 9-inch pie
  • 1-1/2 to 2 tablespoons shortening, melted, to brush top crust
  • 1-1/2 to 2 tablespoons milk, to brush crust
  • Sprinkling of flour; to brush top crust

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