Meringue For Pies

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp cold water
• 12 c boiling water
• 3 egg whites
• 6 Tbsp sugar
• pinch of salt
• 1 tsp vanilla

Directions

1. Dissolve cornstarch in cold water and add boiling water Slowly bring to boil stirring constantly
2. This goes fast as there is little liquid involved
3. Put aside to cool
4. Beat egg whites until frothy
5. On high speed gradually add sugar and salt until peaks form
6. Add vanilla
7. Switch to low speed
8. Gradually add cooled cornstarch mixture
9. Turn to high speed
10. Beat well until peaks stand when beater is withdrawn
11. Pile on pie filling Bake at 375 until lightly browned