DELUXE LEMON MERINGUE PIE Recipe

Combine 1 1/2 c. sugar, cornstarch and salt in a large, heavy saucepan; mix well. Gradually add water and lemon juice, stirring until mixture is smooth. Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon colored; gradually stir in lemon mixture. Add butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick and bubbly. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in lemon rind. Pour into pastry shell. Combine egg whites (at room temperature) and cream of tartar; beat until foamy,. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla. Spread meringue over filling, sealing to edge of pastry. Bake at 350°F for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before slicing.