Book of American Baking / A Practical Guide Covering Various Branches of the Baking Industry, Including Cakes, Buns, and Pastry, Bread Making, Pie Baking, Etc.

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Muffins.
See [Sweet Corn Muffins].

Meringue Pie.
See [Pies].

Meringue.

• 2 lbs. Sugar.
• 1 qt. Egg Whites.
• 2 drops Acided Acid.

Beat whites steadily, changing hands frequently, until stiff. Then add about 2 tablespoonfuls of Sugar and beat again, adding 2 more spoonfuls of Sugar in a few minutes, after which beat until thoroughly stiff. Now add balance of sugar. A few drops of Lemon Juice will make the egg whites come up quickly. Whites that have been allowed to stand 24 hours come up better than when freshly opened.

Macaroons.

• 1½ lbs. Almond Paste.
• 2 lbs. Sugar.
• 1½ oz. Corn Meal.

To the above should be added enough whites of eggs to get a good smooth mixture. Use only high-grade almond paste.

Marshmallow Icing and Filling.

• 8 oz. Gelatine.
• 2 qts. Water.
• 10 lbs. Powdered Sugar.
• 1½ lbs. Glucose.
• ½ oz. Cream of Tartar.