Southern Chocolate Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In saucepan, beat egg yolks slightly; add 1 cup sugar slowly until mixed and creamy.
2. 2
   Sift dry ingredients and add to sugar mixture.
3. 3
   Mix until all blends; add milk and vanilla gradually and cook on low heat until thick.
4. 4
   Pour into baked pie shell.
5. 5
   Beat egg whites until stiff.
6. 6
   Add 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cream of tartar.
7. 7
   Top pie with meringue and brown at 400°.