Pavlova

Directions

1. 1
   Line a baking sheet with foil.
2. 2
   Draw six (3-inch) circles on the foil.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   In a small mixer bowl combine egg whites, vinegar and salt.
5. 5
   Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form (tips curl).
6. 6
   Gradually add the 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until very stiff peaks form (tips stand straight) and sugar is almost dissolved (about 4 minutes).
7. 7
   Use the back of a spoon to spread the meringue over the circles on the foil, building the sides up.
8. 8
   Bake in a 300° oven for 35 minutes.
9. 9
   Turn off oven.
10. 10
    Let meringue shells dry in oven, with door closed, for at least 1 hour.
11. 11
    Remove from foil.
12. 12
    To serve, spoon fruit into meringue shells.
13. 13
    Top with whipped topping.
14. 14
    Makes 6 servings.