Heavenly Pie (Nina’s favorite)

Ingredients:

Crust:

  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 teaspoon corn starch
  • speck of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Filling:

  • 1/2 pint heavy cream
  • 1/4 c. sugar (or sweetened to taste)
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts
  • 1/2 c. shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips

Beat egg whites until stiff.  Gradually add sugar and fold in rest of ingredients. Generously grease 10 - 12 inch pie plate with butter.  Pour into plate and do not form it; trust me it will rise to fit the plate. Bake 300 degrees for 45 minutes.  Let cool completely.  I sometimes make the crust the night before and leave it in a dry, off oven all night.  It has to stay in a dry place.

When ready to serve, whip cream and add sugar and sweeten to your liking.  Pour into crust and sprinkle with nuts and chocolate.  Slice and serve immediately.

Sunday, November 22, 2009