Mrs. Stewart's Pecan Pie W/ Meringue

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   Preheat oven to 350F.

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   Prick pie shell with a fork.

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   Bake pie shell for 10 minutes or until golden brown; remove from oven and allow to cool.

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   On a baking sheet, place pecans in a single layer and roast in oven until fragrant, checking every few minutes to avoid burning; remove from oven and let cool.

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   In a medium microwave safe bowl, beat egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, and flour on medium speed with an electric mixer, beating until thick and pale.

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   Add sweetened-condensed milk, water and vanilla and beat until well combined.

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   Microwave on high (100 percent power) for 5 1/2 minutes, stirring halfway through, or until mixture is a thick pudding-like consistency.

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   Stir in pecans.

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   Let cool for 20 minutes.Spoon filling into pie shell.

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    Increase oven temperature to 400F

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    In a clean, medium bowl, beat egg whites at high speed with an electric mixer until foamy.

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    Gradually add 3 tablespoons sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.

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    Spread meringue over pie, sealing to edge.

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    Return pie to oven and bake for 5-10 minutes or until merigue is slightly brown.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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