Pavlova

Served on New Year's Day at Chris and Mardi's

Made by John Paul - the best start to 2015

4 large eggwhites

1 cup of castor or finely ground sugar ( 30 sec in a food processor)

1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

1 teaspoon of white vinegar

1/2 tablespoon of cornstarch

 

Preheat oven to 250 F or 130 C

 

Beat the eggwhites at medium speed until soft peaks form.

 

Add the sugar one tablespoon at a time and continue to beat on high until the

meringue forms stiff shiny peaks.

 

Beat in the vanilla extract.

 

Using a rubber spatula fold in the cornstarch and vinegar.

 

Spread mixture,(approx 11/2 inches thick), on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 60-75 mins.Then open the oven door slightly and let cool.

 

 

For topping whip up 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and add 11/2 tablespoons of sugar and 1/2 tsp of vanilla.

 

Top with fresh berries and kiwi.