Never Fail Meringue

6 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. cold water
  • 1/2 c. boiling water
  • 3 to 4 egg whites
  • 6 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Directions

  1. 1
    Blend cornstarch and cold water in saucepan.
  2. 2
    Add boiling water; cook, stirring, until clear.
  3. 3
    Let stand until completely cool; cover so a scum will not form.
  4. 4
    Beat egg whites until foamy; gradually add sugar.
  5. 5
    Beat until stiff, but not dry.
  6. 6
    Add vanilla. Gradually beat in cornstarch mixture on slow speed; turn back on high and beat well.
  7. 7
    Spread over cooled filling.
  8. 8
    Bake at 350° for 10 minutes, or pleasingly browned.

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