Buttermilk Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2. 2
   In a small bowl, beat the flour and water together until smooth.
3. 3
   Pour into the top of a double boiler, add the buttermilk and cook over boiling water until thick, stirring frequently.
4. 4
   Beat in the sugar, eggs yolks, and butter and continue to cook until the mixture is thick and clear.
5. 5
   Remove from the heat.
6. 6
   Pour the mixture into the cooled pie shell.
7. 7
   In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with 2 tablespoons sugar until stiff peaks form.
8. 8
   Pour the meringue over the custard in the pie shell and bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the meringue is golden.
9. 9
   Chill before serving.