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Meringue Fudge Drops

2 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
FUDGE TOPPING:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter
2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons chopped pistachio nuts

Place egg whites in a small mixing bowl and let stand at room

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temperature for 30 minutes. Line baking sheets with parchment paper;
set aside. Beat egg whites with almond extract, cream of tartar and
salt on medium speed until soft peaks form. Add sugar, 1 tablespoon
at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form and sugar is
dissolved. Drop meringue mixture by teaspoonfuls onto prepared
sheets. With a small spoon, make a small indentation in the center of
each. Bake at 250° for 30-35 minutes or until dry to the touch.
For topping, combine chocolate chips and butter in a small saucepan.
Cook and stir over medium-low heat until chips are melted and mixture
is smooth. Combine egg yolks and confectioners' sugar. Reduce heat to
low. Gradually whisk into chocolate mixture. Cook and stir for 1
minute longer or until mixture reaches 160°. Cool to room
temperature, whisking several times. Spoon into center of meringue.

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Meringue Fudge Drops

Sprinkle with pistachio.

Yield: 4-1/2 dozen.

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