1 tbsp. cornstarch
6 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. water
3 egg whites
Few grains of salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla (optional)

Mix cornstarch, sugar, water, and salt; cook until thick and clear. Cool slightly. Beat egg whites until frothy. Continue beating while slowly pouring cooked mixture over egg whites. Continue beating 5 minutes. Cover cooled filling in pie shell with meringue, sealing edges to crust. Bake at 450 degrees for 6-8 minutes until golden.