1 1/3 c. sugar
4 tbsp. cornstarch
2 c. boiling water
2 egg yolks, well beaten
2 tsp. lemon rind
1/2 c. lemon juice

MERINGUE:

3 egg whites
6 tbsp. sugar

CRUST:

1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. shortening
4-6 tbsp. water

Combine flour and shortening well. Add water. Roll out on floured surface. Put into pie plate. Bake at 350 degrees until lightly browned.

Filling: Blend sugar and cornstarch. Stir into boiling water. Cook until thick and clear, stirring constantly. Add egg yolks. Cook 2 minutes longer. Remove from stove. Add lemon rind and juice. Pour into prepared crust.

Meringue: Beat 3 egg whites until stiff with 6 tablespoons sugar. Smooth over pie filling. Brown slightly in oven at 450 degrees.