1/2 cream of tartar
1/3 c sugar
egg whites from key lime pie recipe

Beat egg whites with cream of tartar to soft peaks. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tbsp at a time. Beat 4 minutes longer until stiff, glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved.

Remove pie from oven, increase temperature to 350°F. Immediately spread meringue over hot pie carefully sealing to edge of crust.

Bake 15 minutes. Cool 1 hour, chill at least 3 hours.

Makes 8 servings.