Baked Alaska
Serves 8
- 1 quart ice cream (any flavor)
- 1 9-inch cake layer (any flavor)
- 5 egg whites
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1/2 tsp. cream of tarter
- 2/3 C sugar
- Stir ice cream to soften. Spoon into a 1 1/2 -quart bowl lined with clear plastic wrap. Invert ice cream onto cake; remove bowl. Freeze till firm.
- For meringue, beat egg whites, vanilla, and cream of tartar till soft peaks form (tips curl). Gradually add sugar, beating till stiff peaks form (tips stand straight).
- Transfer cake and ice cream to a baking sheet; remove plastic wrap. Spread meringue over all, sealing edge to baking sheet. Place oven rack in the lowest position. Bake in a 500° oven for 2 to 3 minutes or till golden. Serve immediately.
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