Lemon Meringue Tarts

These sweet tarts are made with a layer of tangy lemon curd, topped with a fluffy meringue, all nestled in a flaky puff pastry crust.

Ingredients:

• 1 package puff pastry
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
• 4 egg whites
• 1/2 cup sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
3. Cut the pastry into circles about 3-4 inches wide.
4. Press the circles into a muffin tin, forming a well in the center of each.
5. In a saucepan over low heat, whisk together 1 cup of sugar, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
6. Add the butter to the saucepan and continue whisking until the mixture thickens.
7. Pour the lemon mixture into the wells of the puff pastry.
8. In a bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
9. Gradually add 1/2 cup of sugar to the egg whites, continuing to beat until the mixture is glossy.
10. Spoon the meringue over the lemon mixture in the wells of the puff pastry.
11. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.