STRAWBERRY BAKED ALASKA

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This strawberry baked Alaska appeals to all ages and tempts even the most sophisticated palate. It is quick and easy to prepare. Oven Temp: 450 degrees F Tips: You may prepare pie ahead, freeze it and hold it for several days. Brown just before serving.

Provided by Rev BJ Friley

Categories     Pies

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pre-baked 9-inch pie shell
FILLING
1 1/2 qt (about 6 cups) strawberry ice cream
1 c starwberry jam or sundae topping
TOPPING
3 egg whites
1 dash(es) cream of tartar
1/4 c granulated sugar
OPTIONAL
fresh strawberries, for garnish
starwberry jam

Steps:

  • 1. Chill pastry shell well after baking.
  • 2. Spread bottom with strawberry jam or topping. Reserve a little to drizzle on top.
  • 3. Soften ice cream at room temperature. Beat with electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • 4. Spread ice cream evenly over bottom of pie shell, mounding it in the center.
  • 5. Place in freezer immediately while preparing the meringue topping.
  • 6. Whip egg whites in mixer bowl until very frothy.
  • 7. Add cream of tartar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  • 8. Add sugar, 1 Tablespoon at a time and beat until stiff and glossy.
  • 9. Spread meringue evenly over ice cream in shell to the edges to seal well.
  • 10. Bake pie at 450 degrees F until slightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • 11. Drizzle strawberry jam over top, if used.

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