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Lemon Sour Cream Pie

One bite and people marvel over this pie. Some even say it reminds them of cheesecake. The recipe was shared by a friend; now, I'm glad to do the same. My husband's a veterinarian—and a good sport about trying mew dishes!

6-8 ServingsPrep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min.

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
3 egg yolks, beaten
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
MERINGUE:
3 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons sugar
Lemon peel strips, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt.
Gradually stir in the milk. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring
constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Blend a small amount into
egg yolks; mix well. Return all to pan; mix well. cook and stir for
2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add butter, lemon juice and peel;
mix well. Set aside.
For meringue, beat egg whites until foamy. Add vanilla and cream of

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Lemon Sour Cream Pie (continued)

Directions (continued)

tartar. Add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks
form; set aside. Fold sour cream into the lemon mixture; pour into
pastry shell.
Cover with meringue, sealing to edges of pastry. Bake at 350° for
12-15 minutes or until golden. Garnish with lemon peel strips if
desired. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 6-8
servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 piece) equals 425 calories, 20 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 123 mg cholesterol, 248 mg sodium, 54 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 5 g protein.

Wine: Sweet White Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.