Surprise Strawberry Meringue Pie- Pjxg05A

* Exported from MasterCook *

SURPRISE STRAWBERRY MERINGUE PIE - PJXG05A

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Desserts Pies
Fruits Quick

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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20 Thin crispy crackers
1 1/3 cups Sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
1 teaspoon Vanilla
4 Egg whites -- rm temp
1 cup Pecans -- chopped
1 cup Heavy cream
Fresh berries

Preheat oven to 350 deg. Crush crackers fine (easiest to do in food processor).
Add baking powder, mix well.Set aside. Beat egg whites until stiff, not dry.
Beat in sugar, a little at a time. When whites hold stiff peaks, fold in
vanilla, pecans, and crumbs, mixing well.Pour into well-buttered 9 inch pie
plate. Bake 30 minutes until golden brown and firm. Let cool. Garnish with
whipped cream and strawberries. Judy Garnett Pjxg05a

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