Chocolate Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In small mixing bowl, put sugar, cornstarch, salt, cocoa, and flour, mix well.
2. 2
   Slowly add some of boiling water to dry sugar mixture.
3. 3
   Mix well until smooth.
4. 4
   Add this mixture to rest of boiling water.
5. 5
   Return to stove and cook until thick.
6. 6
   Remove from stove.
7. 7
   Pour a small amount of this mixture over well beaten egg yolks.
8. 8
   Add egg mixture to balance mixture in pan and cook about 1 to 2 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla.
10. 10
    Mix well.
11. 11
    Pour into prepared baked pie shell.
12. 12
    Meringue: Beat egg whites until foamy, add salt and cream of tartar.
13. 13
    Continue beating until fairly stiff.
14. 14
    Add sugar, one tablespoon at a time.
15. 15
    Arrange meringue on pie and bake at 350F (180C) for 15 minutes, or until nicely browned.