Classic Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• FILLING:
• 1-1/4 cups sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• MERINGUE:
• 1/2 cup sugar, divided
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 4 egg whites
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract