Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)CREAM LAYER:1/2 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups 2% milk3 egg yolks, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon vanilla extractPINEAPPLE LAYER:1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/4 cup water1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained2 tablespoons butterMERINGUE:3 egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar6 tablespoons sugar
Preparation
Line a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5-7 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Transfer to prepared pastry.
For pineapple layer, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Add pineapple. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Gently spread over cream mixture.
For meringue, in a large bowl, beat the egg whites, vanilla and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Spread over hot filling, sealing edges to crust.
Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour; refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.
