ORANGE MERINGUE PIE

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This light, luscious pie-my grandmother's specialty-is still one of our family's most-requested summertime desserts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups orange juice
4 large egg yolks, well beaten
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 pie shell (9 inches), baked
MERINGUE:
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a 2- to 3-qt. saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Using a wire whisk, gradually blend in orange juice until smooth. Add egg yolks and blend thoroughly. Add lemon juice and butter. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, and gradually bring to a boil. Reduce heat as mixture begins to thicken. Boil slowly for 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in peel. Pour hot filling into pie shell. Let stand, allowing a thin film to form on top. , Meanwhile, for meringue, beat egg whites in a small bowl until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat on high until soft peaks form. Reduce speed to medium; add sugar gradually, about 1 tablespoon at a time. beat on high until stiff and glossy. , Spoon meringue around edge of filling. Using a spatula, push meringue gently against inner edge of crust, sealing well. Swirl meringue into center of pie. , Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on wire rack at room temperature for 2 hours before serving. To cut, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (58g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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