Never Fail Meringue

6 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 c. boiling water
  • 3 egg whites
  • pinch of salt
  • 6 Tbsp. sugar
  • 8-inch pie crust

Directions

  1. 1
    Moisten cornstarch with small amount of water.
  2. 2
    Add boiling water.
  3. 3
    Cook until thick and clear.
  4. 4
    Cool! Important!
  5. 5
    Beat the egg whites with pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
  6. 6
    Add sugar, one tablespoon at a time.
  7. 7
    Continue beating until high, firm peaks appear.
  8. 8
    Beat in cornstarch mixture; beat until just right for topping.
  9. 9
    Pile on top of pie.
  10. 10
    Bake 8-inch pie at 350° until golden brown.

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