Lime Chiffon Pie - Food Literacy Center

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled
• 3 tablespoons shortening or lard, chilled [I use the non-hydrogenated Crisco]
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice or unflavored vinegar
• 3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
• 1 cup sugar, divided
• 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
• 2/3 cup water
• 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
• 4 large eggs, separated
• 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup fresh blueberries, rinsed and dried (optional)