Martha Stewart's Sweet Bones

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 200 degrees.

2. 2

   Put egg whites and sugar in the heatproof bowl of an electric mixer.

3. 3

   Set bowl over a pan of simmering water; whisk constantly until sugar is dissolved and mixture feels warm to the touch, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Return bowl to mixer, and fit mixer with the whisk attachment.Beat on high speed until very stiff peaks form, about 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Transfer meringue to a pastry bag fitted with a 1/2-inch plain round tip, such as a Wilton #1A.

6. 6

   Pipe bone shapes, each 5 to 6 inches long, onto two baking sheets lined with parchment paper (as shown below).

7. 7

   Bake until crisp throughout, about 1 hour.

8. 8

   Let cool completely on a wire rack.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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