Old Fashioned Lemon Pie

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Old Fashioned Lemon Pie to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Old Fashioned Lemon Pie, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
• 5 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups water
• 3 egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 5 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 3 egg whites
• 6 tablespoons white sugar

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)

Step 2: Technique & Execution

To Make Lemon Filling: In a double boiler, combine cornstarch, sugar, and salt

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Stir in water, mixing well

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Cook until mixture is thickened, stirring frequently

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Remove from heat

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Place egg yolks in a medium bowl and beat well