Coconut Macaroons

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 300°.
2. 2
   Lightly grease cookie sheets.
3. 3
   In top of double boiler, combine egg whites, sugar and cornstarch. Cook over boiling water, stirring constantly, 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Add salt, coconut and almond extract, stirring until well combined.
6. 6
   Drop by teaspoonfuls 1/2 inch apart, onto prepared cookie sheets.
7. 7
   Bake 18 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove to wire rack; cool.
8. 8
   Makes about 2 dozen.