Foolproof Meringue

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons sugar

1/2 cup water

6 tablespoons sugar

3 egg whites

1 pinch salt

Mix cornstarch, sugar and water. Cook until clear, and set aside. Add salt to e gg white. Whip until foamy or standing in peaks. Add to cornstarch mixture. Con tinue beating until creamy. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a ti me, and beat until not grainy after each addition. Spoon onto your favorite cre am filling pie. Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Jenny Jones