Pavlova (Silver Palate)

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 275, butter and flour an 8 inch springform pan.

2. 2

   Beat egg whites, salt and cream of tartar in a bowl until they hold stiff peaks.

3. 3

   Gradually add sugar until the mixture is stiff and glossy.

4. 4

   Beat in the cornstarch, then the vinegar and vanilla.

5. 5

   Fill the pan with meringue, spreading it higher around the edges to form a depression for the berries.

6. 6

   Bake until until the meringue is firm and lightly brown, 1 to 1 1/2 hourspavlova will remain moist inside.

7. 7

   Cool slightly and unmold onto a serving plate to cool completely.

8. 8

   Whip the cream with the 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1 tablespoon sugar to form soft peaks.

9. 9

   Spread cream over pavlova and top with berries.

10. 10

    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.