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Shamrock pie

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Ingredients/Components

sugar - 1 c
butter - 1 Tbsp
cornstarch - 1/4 c
water
lemon juice - 1/4 c
grated lemon peel
Meringue:3 egg whites
pastry shell 9-inch, baked - 1 item
egg yolks, lightly beaten - 3 item
to 6 drops green food coloring - 5 item

How to make shamrock pie:

Meringue:3 egg whites1/3 c. sugar Combine sugar, cornstarch and water in a saucepan; stir until smooth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir a small amount into egg yolks; return all to the pan. Cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice, butter, lemon peel and food coloring until smooth. Pour into crust.

For meringue, beat egg whites until foamy, gradually add sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over hot filling, sealing to the edges. Bake at 350° for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly brown.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Pie, Pies and tarts.

Rating:

3.7

Average rating: 3.7, total votes: 6

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