LEMON SOUR CREAM PIE

Lemon Sour Cream Pie image

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!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

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

Steps:

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 zest; mix well. Set aside. , For meringue, beat egg whites until foamy. Add vanilla and cream of 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 zest strips if desired. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.