GRANNY'S CHOCOLATE MERINGUE PIE

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup solid vegetable shortening
1 tablespoon sugar
6 to 7 tablespoons ice cold water
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
Pinch salt
3 cups milk
3 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well. Add the shortening and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the water and let sit 1 minute. Either using a fork or your hands, carefully press the mixture together to form a soft ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Remove the dough from the refrigerator and place it on a lightly floured surface. Roll out the dough on the floured surface into a circle about 12 inches in diameter and 1/8 of an inch thick. Gently fold the circle of dough in half and then in half again so that you can lift it without tearing it, and unfold into a 9-inch by 2-inch deep-dish pie pan. Crimp the edges and place in the oven. Bake until golden, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely.
  • In a saucepan, combine the chocolate, 1 cup sugar, cornstarch and salt. Mix well. Stir in the milk. Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Beat the egg yolks. Add 1/2 cup of the hot mixture to the egg yolks and mix well. Add the mixture back to the saucepan and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and butter. Pour the filling into the prepared pie shell and cool completely. Cover with plastic and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Beat the egg whites, on medium speed, until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread the meringue evenly over the pie. Place in a preheated 350 degree oven, on the top rack and bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove and cut into individual servings.

Mohmd Ali
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This pie is delicious! I love the chocolate and meringue together.


Quinten Sullivan
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pie didn't turn out well. The meringue was too runny and the chocolate filling was too thick.


Mehneeb Shah
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Overall, I thought this pie was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Victor Manuel Torres Cerna
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The crust was a little soggy. I think I'll try pre-baking it next time.


Osu Tony
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I had trouble getting the meringue to brown. I ended up putting the pie under the broiler for a few minutes.


Zoe Brooks / Savannah Haynes
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar in the meringue next time.


C Malone
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I'm not a huge fan of meringue, but I loved this pie. The meringue was light and fluffy, and the chocolate filling was rich and creamy.


Nelson Khumalo (Mbulazi)
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This pie is always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and family gatherings, and it's always a hit.


Isaiah Pietersen
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I love the combination of chocolate and meringue in this pie. It's the perfect balance of sweet and creamy.


Cassandra Gaskin
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This pie is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Rania Waheed
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I've never made a meringue pie before, but this recipe made it easy. The pie turned out beautifully and tasted even better.


Pyongill Justus
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This is my go-to chocolate meringue pie recipe. It's always a winner.


Junel Chakma
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I made this pie for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Mercy Smith
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This pie is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of the chocolate and meringue.


juma hasani
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I've made this pie several times and it always turns out perfect. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and delicious. My family loves it!


Monaj ram
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This chocolate meringue pie was a hit! The meringue was perfectly toasted and the chocolate filling was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making this again.