"Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message
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> What are the characteristics of a good one?
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> Barb,
> http://www.barbschaller.com, as of April 8, 2013.

When baked it should be just off-white (very pale coffee colored) with a
marshmallowy interior.
Whatever you do, the crust is likely to crack.

For an 8" round pav, use:
3 L egg whites
3/4c sugar
1/2 tsp vinegar
2 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp vanilla

Whip whites until very stiff then beat in the sugar, 1/2 at a time. Then
beat in the remaining ingredients. Spread on non-stick parchment in an 8"
circle with higher edges to form a case. Bake just below the centre of the
oven at 300F for about an hour then leave it to cool in the oven.
Fill with whipped cream and fruit.
HTH
Graham