Pavlova

 

INGREDIENTS

1 3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. cornstarch, heaping
1 tsp. vinegar
1 tsp. vanilla
4 large egg whites
3 T. boiling water

2 c. heavy cream, whipped with 4 T. granulated sugar added for slight sweetness

fresh fruit, chopped for topping

DIRECTIONS
Mix all ingredients together. Beat for about 10 minutes on high speed or until white peaks form. Place tinfoil on cookie sheet and spray with non-stick cooking spray and then cover lightly with cornstarch. Pour pavlova mix into the center and lightly press down the center. 

Bake 320 degrees for 20 minutes and then turn down temperature to 300 degrees for 20 minutes and then again turn down temperature to 250 degrees for the last 20 minutes. Spread with fresh whipped cream and fruit.