COCONUT MERINGUE PIE 
1/2 c. cornstarch
Dash of salt
1/2 c. sugar
2 1/2 c. milk
3 eggs, separated
1 tsp. vanilla
2/3 c. coconut
1 9" pie shell

Mix cornstarch, salt and sugar in top of double boiler. Add milk and stir well. Cook over medium heat until slightly thickened. Beat egg yolks lightly; add a small amount of hot mixture. Mix well; add to remaining hot mixture. Cook until thick. Remove from heat; add vanilla and coconut. Pour into cooked pie shell.

Beat egg whites until stiff. Add 8-10 tablespoons sugar. Cover filling with meringue; garnish with additional coconut. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown approximately 15-20 minutes.

 

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