Servings:
Yields: One 9-inch pie Servings
Ingredients
- 5 egg whites, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 10 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract(*see chef
Preparation
Baking Directions:
In a metal or glass bowl, beat egg whites at high speed with a mixer until frothy.
Add cream of tartar, and beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating at high speed for 2 to 4 minutes or until stiff peaks form and sugar dissolves.
Add vanilla, beating just until blended.
Tips:
Note: Regular vanilla extract may be substituted, but it will make the meringue darker when you bake it.
