Reviewed: Feb. 10, 2012

My step-mother made this for my daughters when they were small and they now request it for every holiday or special occasion meal. We top the merangue (after cooling) with a good vanilla bean ice cream (softened) and more nuts on top. Freeze until ready to serve.

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socalbaw

Reviewed: Jan. 4, 2012

My Mother used to make this pie. I love it. Make it just like the recipe and it turns out fabulous! I entered this in a pie contest this summer and there were some very delicious-looking pies submitted. I was totally surprised, but delighted when they announced this as the first place winner. I felt guilty when I realized how easy it was compared to the effort others had spent. I have never tried anything but saltines, but now I am anxious to try some of the others. Thanks for sharing.

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GOFERGAL

Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2011

I've been making this pie for years and my family expects at least two of these for Thanksgiving and Christmas dessert. My original recipe called for pecans or walnuts but I use chopped macadamia nuts and call it Macadamia Nut Pie. Its the easiest pie I've ever made and a nice contrast to all the heavy pumpkin and pecan pies during the holidays. My recipe is slightly different: 3 egg whites whipped stiff as if for meringue, slowly add 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (or extract), then add 11 finely crushed soda cracker squares with 1 tsp baking powder, stir in 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts. Pour into ungreased 9" pie dish. Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes. Maybe my version is for high altitude? This must be served with whipped cream or it will be dry. Enjoy!

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Barbara Van M

Reviewed: Jul. 17, 2011

I have made this several times but put it in a buttered pie plate to make a pie shell. Once it has cooled, I fill it with sliced peaches or strawberries that have been folded into whipped cream or cool whip and then chill. It really is a very refreshing and light dessert.

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elphaba

Reviewed: May 29, 2011

I'm surprised I'm the only one to rate this anything less than stellar. I had high hopes for this recipe, that is until I took a bite. The one pro is it's very simple to prepare (and the only reason why I afforded it 3 stars instead of 2). It smelled wonderfully while cooking, but was far too plain to consume. It needs an oomph to it. It's very thin and unsubstantial. I would consider using this as a crust for some type of pie or custard, other than that, I won't be making this again. Better luck to anyone who makes this recipe!

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DLD

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Glastonbury, Connecticut, USA

Living In: Naples, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 22, 2011

Awesome recipe. However, even using fat free saltines, the pecans are just over 56 grams of fat so you end up with 10.9 grams of fat per serving. Just thought everyone might like to know that if you have to watch your fat grams.

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mamalittle

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Farmington, Arkansas, USA

Living In: Kalona, Iowa, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 23, 2011

Absolutely wonderful, and so very easy! We loved this! I even cut back on the sugar on the second one and got away with it -- with rave reviews on top of that! I like to leave my crackers a bit chunky -- it seems to have more crunch that way.

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LISACAMBI

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Lufkin, Texas, USA

Living In: Arlington, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 23, 2011

Really good! I made the recipe exactly as written, except I was a couple of saltines short. I substituted vanilla wafers for what I was missing. Easiest pie I have ever made, that's for sure! YUM!

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