Quick meringue-topped pie
8-inch pie, 6 servings
1 baked 8-inch pastry shell (p. [64])
1 package (3 to 4 ounces) pudding and pie filling mix, any flavor
2 egg whites
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup sugar
Prepare pastry shell.
Make pie filling according to package directions. Cool filling slightly; then pour into baked pastry shell.
Beat egg whites until foamy. Add salt and beat until soft peaks form. Add sugar gradually, beating constantly, and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Pile meringue on pie while filling is still warm. Bake at 350° F. (moderate oven) 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Note: Use only clean, sound-shelled eggs in this recipe.