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Meringue Hearts
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Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | large | Egg whites | ||
| 1 | teaspoon | Vanilla Extract |
Vanilla Extract
Vanilla extract - pronounced 'vuh-NIL-uh ik-STRAKT' is a liquid flavoring made from vanilla beans soaked in alcohol and water.
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It's a staple in baking and cooking, known for its rich, aromatic flavor that enhances |
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| 1/4 | teaspoon | Cream Of Tartar |
Cream Of Tartar
Cream of Tartar - pronounced 'kreem uhv TAR-tar' is a white, powdery substance officially known as potassium bitartrate. It's a byproduct of winemaking, forming naturally during the fermentation process as sediment.
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In cooking, cream |
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| 1/8 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt
Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning.
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Above and beyond its basic uses, table |
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| 1 | cup | Sugar |
Sugar
Sugar is a sweet substance that comes from plants like sugarcane and sugar beets. It's used to add sweetness to food and drinks, like coffee, tea, and desserts.
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There are different types of sugar, |
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| 1 | part | Red food coloring | ||
| 1 | quart | Vanilla Ice Cream | ||
| 1 | pint | Strawberries » sliced |
Optional Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | whole | Mint Leaves |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Minutes | 2 Hours | 2 hours 20 minutes |
Directions:
Preheat oven to 275°F / 140°C / Gas Mark 1
- Cut a heart pattern from a 4-1/2 inch square paper.
- Line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
- Using your pattern, draw 6 hearts on the parchment paper. Set aside.
1. Beat egg whites with vanilla extract, cream of tartar and salt until frothy.
2. Add sugar, a little at a time, and continue beating until stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved.
3. Rub a bit between your figures to feel that no sugar remains undissolved.
4. Gently fold in red food coloring to make a delicate pink color.
5. Spread meringue over the heart shapes, 1/4 inch thick.
6. Pipe a rim around the hearts, 3/4 inch high.
7. Bake in a preheated 275°F oven for 1 hour.
8. Turn off the oven and let meringues dry in oven for 1 more hour.
9. Do not open the oven door during this time.
10. Fill the cooled meringues with scoops of ice cream and top with strawberries.
11. Garnish with mint leaves for an added touch.
Submitted by Kagar K. | January 31st, 2024 See all of Kagar K.'s Recipes.
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Peel eggs effortlessly with this simple hack: start by adding eggs to boiling water. Once cooked, immediately transfer them to an ice bath. This process not only allows for easy peeling but also yields perfectly cooked eggs, saving time and frustration.
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