World Recipe Icing

Measure out all three ingredients — lemon juice, sugar, and water — and gather a small mixing bowl and a whisk or fork.

Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring gently until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the sugar syrup to cool slightly so it thickens just enough to coat a spoon.

Stir in the fresh lemon juice, mixing thoroughly until the icing is smooth, uniform, and glossy.

Taste the icing and adjust the balance by adding a small amount of additional lemon juice for more tartness or a pinch of sugar for extra sweetness.

Allow the icing to cool to room temperature so it reaches its ideal brushing or drizzling consistency.

Using a pastry brush, apply a thin, even coat of the icing over the surface of the finished pie or tart, or drizzle it lightly over the top for a decorative finish.

Allow the icing to set on the pie at room temperature until it forms a dry, translucent glaze before serving.