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Meringue

By Carroll Pellegrinelli, About.com

2008 Lemon Meringue Pie Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com.

Lemon Meringue Pie makes a nice light dessert after a heavy meal.

2008 Lemon Meringue Pie Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com.
Here is a recipe for meringue to be put on your favorite cream pie.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tarter
  • 6 tablespoons sugar

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In small mixer bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar to soft peaks; gradually add sugar, beating until stiff but not dry. Spread meringue on top of pie, sealing carefully to edge of pastry shell. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool. Chill.
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