Molasses Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the lemon juice or vinegar and flour in a bowl.
2. 2
   Stir in the egg yolks, the spices and salt, the molasses and nuts.
3. 3
   Spread the butter on the unbaked pastry shell and add the filling.
4. 4
   Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 450 degrees, reduce the heat to 325 degrees, and continue baking about 35 minutes longer, or until almost firm.
5. 5
   Remove and cool on a rack.
6. 6
   When the pie is cool, make a meringue using 4 egg whites beaten until they hold soft peaks, then the sugar gradually added, a tablespoon at a time.
7. 7
   Beat until the sugar is dissolved and the meringue stiff and glossy.
8. 8
   Spread this over the pie, being certain to cover the edges.
9. 9
   Place in a 350-degree oven to brown lightly.
10. 10
    Serve cooled.