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Mile High Meringue
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 1
Are you tired of weepy, sticky meringue? This meringue will not let you down. It stands proud and adorns your favorite pie with a delicious mound of delicate meringue. The cook time does not reflect the time to cool the cornstarch mixture. This recipe is from one of my all time favorite cookbooks- More Make-A-Mix Cookery,
Ingredients:
3 egg whites, room temperature
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup water
6 tablespoons sugar
Directions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, 3 tablespoons sugar, salt, lemon juice and water.
2. Bring to a slow boil over medium heat and stir until clear and thick.
3. Set aside and cool completely.
4. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
5. Gradually add cooled cornstarch mixture, beating until mixture thickens.
6. Gradually add 6 tablespoons sugar, beating until soft peaks form, approximately 5 to 8 minutes.
7. Spoon the prepared meringue over your favorite pie and bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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