BUTTERSCOTCH MERINGUE PIE

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This recipe has been in my family as far as I know since 1900. The year my Grandmother was married. All the ingredients back then had no chemicals mixed in. BUT, it is still my #1 favorite. Just don't burn the custard in the process. YUK.

Provided by Firehousecook AKA C

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups half-and-half cream
5 egg yolks, seperated slightly beaten save whites for Meringue
1/4 cup butter, sliced up
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Make and bake a 9" single pie shell. Or use store bought.
  • In saucepan combine brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk in half & half. Whisk constantly over medium heat till mix is thick and bubbly. Cook an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Gradually whisk about 1 cup of the hot mix into the egg yolks, whisking all the time. Add this back into the rest of what is in the pan. Bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and cook and whisk for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter and vanilla till well mixed. Let cool a bit, whisk and pour into pie shell and set aside.
  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degree's.
  • Take egg whites and sugar to please you and beat to make meringue. Top pie (sealing edges) and bake till the top is the way you like it.
  • Enjoy and save me a piece :O).

Chanique Loxton
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I'm not a big fan of meringue, but I loved this pie! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was perfect.


Bernard Gàrner
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This is my new favorite pie recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Angi Ming
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Collins Jockson
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


Aariana Weaver
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I had some trouble getting the pie crust to brown evenly, but the pie still tasted good.


Abid Ali Vlogs
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The meringue was a bit too runny for my liking, but the filling was delicious.


Fardeen Khan
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The pie was a little too sweet for my taste, but overall it was still good.


Candice Defries
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly.


Amanullah Sahito
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I love the combination of the sweet and tangy filling with the fluffy meringue. This pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.


Julhiana Santana
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it! The end result is a beautiful and delicious pie that's perfect for any occasion.


Muhammad Manzoor
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Easy to make and delicious! I used a store-bought pie crust to save time, and it still turned out great.


Samantha Dlamini
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pie turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more vanilla extract to the filling.


Nipu Chy
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This butterscotch meringue pie was a hit! The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the meringue was perfectly toasted. I'll definitely be making this again.


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