Meringue

Directions

1. 1
   With an electric mixer on medium speed, beat egg whites until foamy.
2. 2
   Continuing to beat on medium speed, gradually add sugar.
3. 3
   Beat to desired texture.
4. 4
   The shape of the peak when the beaters are withdrawn is a common indicator of texture used in most egg white recipes.
5. 5
   Soft Peaks - Peak curls over when beaters are withdrawn.
6. 6
   Stiff Peaks - Peaks stand straight up when beaters are withdrawn.