Meringue Shell

Directions

1. 1
   Add lemon juice to egg whites.
2. 2
   Beat until it holds very stiff peaks.
3. 3
   Add sugar gradually, beating after each addition (1 tablespoon at a time).
4. 4
   Beat until very glossy and stiff.
5. 5
   Draw a 9-inch circle on brown paper.
6. 6
   Place paper on cookie sheet. Spread meringue over circle to a depth of 1/4-inch.
7. 7
   With remaining meringue form a wall around edge about 1-inch high. Bake in preheated very slow oven at 275° until meringue is lightly brown, about 1 hour.
8. 8
   Cool thoroughly and add favorite filling.