1 1/2 c. sugar
6 tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. cold water
1/2 c. fresh lemon juice
3 well beaten egg yolks
2 tbsp. melted butter
1 1/2 c. boiling water
1 tsp. lemon rind

Prepare: Baked pie shell. Sift into 2 quart pan: sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually blend in: cold water, and fresh lemon juice. When mixture is smooth, blend in thoroughly: eggs, and butter. Stirring constantly, gradually add in boiling water. Bring mixture to a full boil, stirring gently. As mixture begins to thicken, reduce heat and allow to simmer slowly for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in grated lemon rind. Pour into baked pie shell, cover with meringue. Bake at 425 degrees until brown.

MERINGUE:

3 egg whites
2 tbsp. sugar

Mix on high speed, until stiff peaks form. Spread on your favorite pie. Bake at 425 degrees until meringue is brown.