Basic Meringue Pie Shell Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Combine egg whites, cream of tartar and salt.
2. 2
   Beat till stiff glossy peaks form.
3. 3
   Meringue should be shiny and moist and all sugar dissolved.
4. 4
   Spread over bottom and sides.
5. 5
   (You can make fancy edge with a cake decorator, if you like.)
6. 6
   Bake in very slow oven at 275 degrees for 1 hour or possibly till light brown and crisp.