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Sift the sugar with the baking powder and salt.
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Combine vanilla, vinegar and water.
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Add the sugar, 1/2 t at time, to the egg whites, alternating with a few drops of water mixture, beating constantly.
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When all sugar and water are mixed in, continue to beat for several minutes.
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Place large spoonfuls on parchment-lined baking sheet and shape into shallow cups.
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Bake at 225F for 45 min to 1 hours You need to bake them for a long time for them to be really DRY, otherwise the meringues will turn out soggy.
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Make sure they're crisp and dry before removing from oven.
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If they're browning too quickly, transfer them to the lowest rack and turn down temp to 200F.
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Remove the meringues from the sheet quickly and cool them on rack.
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Fill with sliced strawberries and serve.
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If you like you may also fill the cups with whipped cream or ice cream (I used chocolate) before topping them with strawberries.
