Chocolate Meringue Cookies

2 lg Egg whites

1/2 ts Vanilla

1 ds Salt

1/2 c Sugar

1 c Chocolate chips

1 c Walnuts, chopped

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Beat together the egg whites, vanilla, and salt until frothy with an electric mixer. Slowly beat in the sugar, 1 tabls. at a time, on medium. Continue beating meringue until sugar dissolves and whites get glossy and form soft peaks. Gently fold in the choc chips and nuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls on well-greased cookie sheet. Place in the preheated oven. Close the door and turn the oven off. Do not open the oven door for 4-5 hours (best to leave overnight).

Serving Ideas : Makes 12-18-20, depending on the size!

Recipe by: Sandee Hughes