Meringue For Pies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Dissolve cornstarch in cold water and add boiling water. Slowly bring to boil, stirring constantly.
This goes fast as there is little liquid involved.
Put aside to cool.
Beat egg whites until frothy.
On high speed, gradually add sugar and salt until peaks form.
Add vanilla.
Switch to low speed.
Gradually add cooled cornstarch mixture.
Turn to high speed.
Beat well until peaks stand when beater is withdrawn.
Pile on pie filling. Bake at 375\u00b0 until lightly browned.