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Mint Meringues -- e-w

Source of Recipe

Light & Tasty 2005 � K. Retzer; Grantsburg, WI
Mint Meringues
Yield: 32 cookies

2 egg whites
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. cream of tartar
1/8 tsp. peppermint extract
Optional: 6 to 8 drops green food coloring
1/2 c. sugar
1/3 c. miniature semisweet chocolate chips

In a small mixing bowl, beat the first 4 ingredients plus food coloring, if desired on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar 1 T. at a time, beating on HIGH until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes. Gently fold in chips.

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2-in. apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Bake at 250� for 40-45 minutes or until firm to the touch. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1-1/2 hours. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

2 cookies equal: 22 calories�1 gm fat (trace saturated)�0 cholesterol�13 mg sodium�4 gm carbohydrate�trace fiber�trace protein ++++ Exchanges: Free Food +++WWP: 0