George Chiala Farms - George's Recipe of the Month.

Ingredients

• 1 recipe All Butter Pie Crust, pre-baked and cooled
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 5 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs yolks
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 large egg whites
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar