STRAWBERRY MERINGUE PIE

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"This great dessert is simple, so don't be put off by the long directions," says Kathleen Mercier of Orrington, Maine.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 egg whites
1/3 cup finely crushed saltines (about 10 crackers), divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
4 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups halved fresh strawberries
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cracker crumbs into a greased 9-in. pie plate; set aside. , Add vanilla, cream of tartar and salt to egg whites. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in pecans and remaining cracker crumbs. , Spread evenly onto the bottom and up the sides of prepared pan. Bake at 300° for 45 minutes. Turn oven off and do not open door; let cool in the oven overnight. , In a small heavy saucepan or microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Drizzle over crust. Let stand for 15 minutes or until set. Top with strawberries. , In a chilled small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Spoon over berries. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.