Never Fail Meringue - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. cornstarch
2 Tbsp. cold water
1/2 c. boiling water
3 to 4 egg whites
6 Tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Blend cornstarch and cold water in saucepan.
Add boiling water; cook, stirring, until clear.
Let stand until completely cool; cover so a scum will not form.
Beat egg whites until foamy; gradually add sugar.
Beat until stiff, but not dry.
Add vanilla. Gradually beat in cornstarch mixture on slow speed; turn back on high and beat well.
Spread over cooled filling.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 minutes, or pleasingly browned.