Date Meringues

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg whites (at room temperature) at high speed or an electric mixer 1 minute.
2. 2
   Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form and sugar dissolves (about 2 to 4 minutes).
3. 3
   Fold in dates, coconut and pecans.
4. 4
   Drop mixture by teaspoonfuls onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
5. 5
   Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Cool on cookie sheets.
7. 7
   Store in a loosely covered container.
8. 8
   Yield: about 3 1/2 dozen.