Almond Meringue

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325F (160C).

2. 2

   Cut out three 10-inch parchment paper circles and one 10-inch cardboard circle.

3. 3

   Set the parchment circles on baking sheets.

4. 4

   Beat egg whites to soft peaks and gradually add 2 1/2 tablespoons of sugar and continue beating until stiff.

5. 5

   Combine 2 1/2 cups of powdered sugar and ground almonds; fold into egg whites.

6. 6

   This mixture can now be used to form layers, or designs or whatever your choose.

7. 7

   Simply spoon mixture into a pastry bag fitted with the tip of your choice, and pipe your designs onto parchment paper covered baking sheets.

8. 8

   Dust lightly with powdered sugar (optional)

9. 9

   Then bake the your meringue until crisp and very lightly golden (for designs about a half inch thick, it takes 25 to 30 minutes.)

10. 10

    Cool on the finished baked meringue on racks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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