Perfect Meringue

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   Place egg whites in mixing bowl (don't use plastic).
3. 3
   Add cream of tartar.
4. 4
   Beat at low speed until foamy.
5. 5
   Add sugar, a little at a time, beating at medium high speed until soft peaks form.
6. 6
   Spoon mounds of meringue around outer edge of pie filling.
7. 7
   Spread carefully around edge, being certain that meringue touches inner edge of crust.
8. 8
   Spoon remaining meringue over center of filling; spread to border.
9. 9
   Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until peaks are golden brown.
10. 10
    Cool pie on wire rack.