Mile High Meringue

By PaulaG on March 14, 2006

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Ingredients

    1. 3 egg whites, room temperature
    2. 3 tablespoons sugar
    3. 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    4. 1 pinch salt
    5. 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    6. 1/2 cup water
    7. 6 tablespoons sugar

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, 3 tablespoons sugar, salt, lemon juice and water.
  2. Bring to a slow boil over medium heat and stir until clear and thick.
  3. Set aside and cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  5. Gradually add cooled cornstarch mixture, beating until mixture thickens.
  6. Gradually add 6 tablespoons sugar, beating until soft peaks form, approximately 5 to 8 minutes.
  7. Spoon the prepared meringue over your favorite pie and bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
 
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