Lemon party meringue pie

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Pkg.(4 serving size)Jello Lemon flavored pudding and pie
Filling
cupSugar
cupWater
3Egg yolks
2tablespoonsLemon juice
2tablespoonsButter or margarine
1Baked 9\" pie shell,cooled
3Egg whites
6tablespoonsSugar

Directions

Combine pie filling mix,⅔ cup sugar and ¼ cup of water in saucepan.Blend in egg yolks and remaining water.Cook and stir over medium heat,until mixture comes to a full bubbling boil. Remove from heat.Blend in lemon juice and butter.Cool 5 minutes, stirring twice.Pour into pie shell. Beat egg whites until foamy throughout.Gradually beat in 6 tablespoons sugar and continue beating until mixture will form shiny peaks.Spread over pie filling.Bake @ 425 degrees for 5 to 10 minutes or until meringue is delicately brown.Cool at least 4 hour before cutting.