Burnt Caramel Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle 3/4 cup sugar into skillet over medium heat. Caramelize sugar.
2. 2
   Stir all the time until sugar is golden brown. At once add the hot (scalded) milk.
3. 3
   I use part half and half for richness.
4. 4
   Combine 3/4 cup sugar and flour.
5. 5
   Beat egg yolks until foamy.
6. 6
   Add just enough warm milk to make a runny paste.
7. 7
   Pour slowly into hot milk mixture until it thickens, stirring constantly.
8. 8
   Add vanilla and pinch of salt; then pour into pie shell.
9. 9
   Beat egg whites adding about 1/4 cup of sugar, pinch of salt and 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar.
10. 10
    When it stands in peaks, spread on pie.
11. 11
    Bake 20 minutes at 350° until meringue is a light golden brown.