Before crimping, trim the edges with scissors or a pairing knife, then fold under the excess so that it's flush with the edge of your pie plate. I prefer a classic crimp, pinching with my fingers ...

2 cups sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 4 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel 1-1/4 cups water 3/4 cup lemon juice 9 egg yolks, lightly beaten 1/3 cup butter, cut up 1 recipe Meringue for Pie (below ...

Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. To make the crust, finely crush 17-18 vanilla wafers and mix well with butter and sugar. Press crust mixture into the bottom of a pie dish. Place ...