Apple Meringue Pie

1 9" unbaked pie crust
2 cup grated apple
1/2 cup white granulated sugar
3 tablespoons butter
3 eggs, whites separated from yolks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup powdered confectioners sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Spread the apples evenly in the bottom of the crust. Cream together the white granulated sugar and butter. Beat the egg yolks and blend with the lemon juice. Pour over the apples. Sprinkle with the cinnamon and nutmeg. Bake at 350 for 40 - 45 minutes. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until the meringue is stiff. Spread over top of pie and return to oven. Reduce heat to 325 and bake for 5 - 10 minutes longer, until the meringue is lightly browned.

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