Meringue Pie Shell

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg whites until foamy.
2. 2
   Add salt and cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form.
3. 3
   Add 2 tablespoons of sugar at a time, beating constantly, until stiff peaks form.
4. 4
   Fold in pecans and vanilla.
5. 5
   Spoon into lightly greased pie plate, shaping as for a pie shell.
6. 6
   Bake at 300° for 50 minutes or until light brown and firm.
7. 7
   Cool.