Easy Pavlova

This recipe makes a crisp shell, not the marshmallow type of pavlova.  Refer to my pavlova making tips for extra help.

Ingredients:

• • 2 egg whites

  • 1 1/2 cups castor sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp vinegar

  • 1 tsp cornflour

  • 4 tab boiling water

Method:

• 1. line a biscuit tray with baking paper and mark a circle on it.

  2. add all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and beat until stiff (this will take about 15 minutes).

  3. after about 10 minutes, turn your oven on to a slow temperature (about 160 C)

  4. spread meringue on the tray, with a lip at the edge so that it can be easily filled

  5. bake in a slow oven for about 1 hour and then turn the oven off.  Leave the pavlova in the oven to cool

  6. decorate with fruit and whipped cream just before serving.