PAVLOVA 
4 egg whites
Pinch of salt
1 1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vinegar
2 tsp. cornstarch
Whipped cream
Fruit to decorate

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Mark 8 inch circle on brown paper. Brush paper with oil and place on greased cookie sheet.

Beat egg whites and salt on high until stiff but not dry. Gradually add sugar, a tablespoon at a time, beating well after each addition.

Meringue should be smooth and glossy and hold firm peaks. Remove beaters. Sprinkle vinegar and cornstarch over top of mixture and fold in lightly. Spoon mixture onto greased paper circle and spread evenly. Make a depression in middle with back of spoon.

Place in bottom half of oven and immediately reduce heat to low. Bake 1 1/2 hours. Turn off heat and allow to cool in the oven. When cool, fill with whipped cream and decorate with strawberries and sliced kiwi fruit (other fresh fruits may be used). Serves 6-8.

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