I am short 1 lb of butter - can Crisco be used? I know taste will change, and I am running to the store now to get butter any way, but I was just wondering if it would work or if they Crisco would break down the meringue. For future ref.

Thanks!

Laura

If the fat in butter doesn't break down the meringue, I doubt shortening would effect it much. It will definitely impact the flavor.