Betty's Very Best Meringue Topping for Pies
In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make her Very Best Meringue for Topping Pies. This is a gorgeous and fail-proof recipe.
Ingredients
| Cornstarch | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Sugar | 8 Tablespoon , divided (2 tablespoons + 6 tablespoons) | |
| Water | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Salt | 1/8 Teaspoon | |
| Egg whites | 3 |
Directions
MAKING
1. In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons sugar with ½ cup water. Stir well. Place the saucepan on medium heat and cook until thickened and translucent. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, add egg whites and salt. Whip until foamy and soft peaks form.
3. Add the cooked mixture into the bowl and continue beating until creamy.
4. Gradually add 6 tablespoons sugar and beat until very creamy.
SERVING
5. Spread on pie and bake. Cut pie into pieces and serve.
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size Complete recipe
Calories 563Calories from Fat 1
% Daily Value*
Total Fat %
Saturated Fat %
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 388 mg16.17%
Total Carbohydrates 134 g44.7%
Dietary Fiber %
Sugars 120 g
Protein 10 g20%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
