Date-Nut Macaroons

1. 1

   Combine dates, pecans, and 1/2 cup sugar in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.

2. 2

   Beat egg whites (at room temperature) in a medium mixing bowl until soft peaks form. Add remaining sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold in reserved date mixture.

3. 3

   Drop date mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 200u00b0 for 1 hour. Cool slightly on cookie sheets. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

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