Meringue Shell

1. 1

   Add lemon juice to egg whites.

2. 2

   Beat until it holds very stiff peaks.

3. 3

   Add sugar gradually, beating after each addition (1 tablespoon at a time).

4. 4

   Beat until very glossy and stiff.

5. 5

   Draw a 9-inch circle on brown paper.

6. 6

   Place paper on cookie sheet. Spread meringue over circle to a depth of 1/4-inch.

7. 7

   With remaining meringue form a wall around edge about 1-inch high. Bake in preheated very slow oven at 275u00b0 until meringue is lightly brown, about 1 hour.

8. 8

   Cool thoroughly and add favorite filling.

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