Ingredients
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1
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1 1/2
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6
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1
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1
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2 - 3
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2
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2/3
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2
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12
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3/4
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3/4
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1
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Directions
Steps
1
Done
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In a Saucepan, Combine Sugar, Cornstarch and Pinch of Salt. |
2
Done
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Stir in Water, Lemon Juice, Lemon Rind and Yellow Food Colouring (if Using) Bring to a Boil Over Medium-High Heat; Cook, and Stir For 2 Minutes, or Until Smooth and Thickened. |
3
Done
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Remove from Heat; Stir in Butter; Cool to Room Temperature For About 1 Hour. |
4
Done
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Meanwhile, in a Mixing Bowl, Beat the Cream Cheese and the Powdered Sugar Until Smooth. |
5
Done
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Fold in the Whipped Cream and the 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice. |
6
Done
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Remove 1/2 Cup of the Whipped Cream/Lemon Mixture For the Garnish. |
7
Done
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Spread the Remaining Cream Cheese Mixture Into the Baked Pastry Shell. |
8
Done
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Top With the Cooled Lemon Filling. |
9
Done
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Chill in the Fridge For a Minimum of 8 Hours or Overnight. |
10
Done
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When Ready to Serve, Scoop the Reserved 1/2 Cup Cream Cheese Mixture Into a Pastry Bag With a Star Tip. |
11
Done
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Pipe Stars Onto the Pie, or Garnish With the Reserved Cream Cheese Mixture or as Desired. |
12
Done
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Refrigerate Until Ready to Serve-- Delicious! |