Rose Meringues

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 285° F (140° C).
2. 2
   Separate the eggs and save the yolks for another use.
3. 3
   Pour the whites into a clean bowl.
4. 4
   Whisk on a low to medium speed until the whites begin to froth, then add the sugar one spoonful at a time until the whites become glossy and begin to peak.
5. 5
   Whisk in the rose water.
6. 6
   Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spoon the egg white mixture onto the tray.
7. 7
   Drip one or two drops of red coloring onto each meringue and then use a spoon to swirl the color in.
8. 8
   Set the tray in the middle of the oven and bake for 1 hour, then switch the oven off and leave the meringues there without opening the door for another 20 to 30 minutes before serving.