For the filling
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1 pinch of salt
2 cups sorbet, slightly softened
For the pecan crust
2 cups chopped pecans
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
1 egg
Flour for dusting
For the meringue
4 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the filling
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
1 pinch of salt
2 cups sorbet, slightly softened
For the pecan crust
2 cups chopped pecans
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
1 egg
Flour for dusting
For the meringue
4 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons granulated sugar
Prepare the filling
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg yolks. Reserve
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over low heat in a water bath until it's fully melted
Add the sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt to the melted butter
Stir to combine
Gradually add the egg yolk mixture, whisking until smooth and thickened
Let cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight
Also, reserve the sorbet
Prepare the pecan crust
In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients until they form a coarse crumb
Transfer the mixture to a 22cm-diameter tart pan with a removable bottom, greased and floured, pressing the crumbs into the corners
Make sure the edges are neat and poke some holes in the surface with a fork
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 10 minutes or until firm
Remove from the oven and use a spatula to press the crust into the pan
Let cool and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes
Prepare the meringue
In a mixer, beat the egg whites until frothy
Add the cream of tartar
Gradually add the sugar, beating until stiff peaks form
Don't overbeat!
Remove from the oven and use a spatula to press the meringue into the desired shape
Bake in a preheated oven at 250°C for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.