Meringues

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 275 degrees (125 C.).
2. 2
   Line cookie sheet(s) with parchment paper.
3. 3
   Put egg whites and cream of tartar in mixer bowl and beat until soft peaks form.
4. 4
   Gradually add the sugar (add vanilla halfway through adding sugar, if used)and beat until meringue is stiff and glossy.
5. 5
   Drop by tbspfuls onto parchment lined cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Bake for 60-90 minutes or until completely dried out.
7. 7
   Let meringues cool on cookie sheets on wire racks.
8. 8
   When completely cool, remove to an airtight container for storage.
9. 9
   They will keep this way for up to 1 month.