Combine the egg whites and confectioners' sugar in a medium-size mixing bowl and whip with an electric mixer on medium speed until opaque and shiny, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the lemon juice, this will thin out the icing. Beat for another couple of minutes until you reach the right spreading consistency for the cupcakes.
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Recipe courtesy of Nigella Lawson(Copyright 2004, Feast, Hyperion, All Rights Reserved)
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