Chocolate Pecan Clouds

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
2. 2
   Grease baking sheets.
3. 3
   In a large mixer bowl at high speed, beat egg whites, vanilla, cream of tartar and salt until soft peaks form.
4. 4
   Gradually add sugar and, if desired, a few drops of food color and beat until very stiff and glossy and sugar is almost dissolved.
5. 5
   By hand, fold in pecans and chips.
6. 6
   Drop by well-rounded teaspoonfuls about 1 inch apart on baking sheets.
7. 7
   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until set and dry to the touch.
8. 8
   Cool cookies on baking sheets for 1 minute.
9. 9
   Carefully transfer cookies to wire racks to cool.
10. 10
    Store in an airtight container in a cool place.