1 baked pie shell
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/3 c. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. water
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
3 tbsp. butter
1/3 c. lemon juice

MERINGUE:

3 egg whites
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
6 tbsp. sugar

Beat whites with tarter, slowly add sugar; beat until stiff.

Pie: Mix sugar and cornstarch in saucepan, gradually add water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens. Stir in egg yolk, blend in butter and lemon. Pour into pie shell and cover with meringue. Bake 8-10 minutes at 400 degrees.