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Mint Meringues

2 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
6 to 8 drops green food coloring, optional
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

In a small bowl, beat the egg whites, salt, cream of tartar, extract
and food coloring if desired on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until
stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes.
Gently fold in chocolate chips. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in.

Printed from tasteofhome.com Oct 13, 2008

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Mint Meringues cont.

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.

Yield: 32 cookies.