Airy and sweet, the meringue topping browns beautifully in the oven. This recipe is easy to follow, and the ingredients are simple. "This is an old family recipe.

The three main types or meringue are: ordinary meringue (the simplest, sometimes called meringue Suisse, which is just egg whites and sugar whisked until stiff); Italian meringue, which is made ...

The meringue can be made days ahead too. Top with your favourite fruits. Equipment and preparation: you will need a plastic piping bag and an electric whisk. Preheat the oven to 120C/250F/Gas ½.

Spread the meringue evenly in the pan. Bake in the center of the oven for about 15 minutes, until lightly colored and springy. Using the foil, transfer the meringue to a rack to cool. Meanwhile ...