FLORIDA PIE

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She may live in chilly Roscoe, Illinois, but Muriel Boyd puts winter in its place with this light and lovely, orange meringue pie that tastes just as sun-kissed as it looks.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sugar
5 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups orange juice
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 large navel oranges, peeled, sectioned and finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in orange juice until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. , Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the oranges, butter and orange zest. Gently stir in lemon juice. Pour into pastry shell., In a small bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 teaspoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Spread evenly over hot filling, sealing edges to crust. , Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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This pie is a showstopper! It's the perfect dessert for any special occasion.


Shanya Boase
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I'm not a huge fan of pies, but this one is an exception. The combination of citrus flavors and creamy filling is irresistible.


Ali Qazi
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This pie is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth every penny. The ingredients are all high-quality and the end result is a truly special dessert.


Mirza Mirza baig
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I love that this recipe uses fresh citrus fruits. It really gives the pie a bright and refreshing flavor.


Tayyba Ali
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This pie is the perfect balance of tart and sweet. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is creamy and smooth.


Frankline abongo
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I made this pie for a special occasion and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about the delicious flavor and beautiful presentation.


Bradley Giebisch
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's so worth the effort. The end result is a truly special dessert.


Howard Russell
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I added a dollop of whipped cream to each slice and it took this pie over the top.


Titus Unda Pharres
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The tangy cream cheese filling is what really makes this pie special. It's so light and refreshing.


Md Nazmul ahmed
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I love that this recipe uses a graham cracker crust. It's so easy to make and it pairs perfectly with the creamy filling.


Kim Eslar
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This pie is the perfect way to showcase Florida's fresh citrus fruits. The grapefruit and orange flavors really shine through.


Goitseone Koyawa
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I'm not usually a fan of citrus desserts, but this pie changed my mind. The balance of tart and sweet was perfect.


fasika Tamiru
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor and beautiful presentation.


Ayisha Jibril
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This pie was a labor of love, but it was totally worth it. The end result was a stunning and delicious dessert that wowed my guests.


Kinton Williams
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I've been searching for the perfect Florida pie recipe for ages, and this one is it! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was light and tangy. Highly recommend!


Osama Kingsize
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This Florida pie was a hit at our family gathering! The combination of graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and fresh citrus flavors was divine. Will definitely make this again.