RCI-EG.003.0064
Meringue
is sweetened, whipped egg white. There are three basic types:
* , or common meringue, is a simple mixture of egg whites and sugar, sometimes with the addition of confectioner's sugar. It is uncooked but may be browned lightly after being applied to a dish, as in Lemon Meringue Pie|lemon meringue pie]
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- parts egg white to 4 parts sugar (by weight);5 unit
- of salt.1 Pinch
Method
1
Beat all meringue ingredients together to soft peaks.
2
Boil the water with the milk.
3
Drop the mixture in, in spoonfuls; the measures given above by example should give 18 small meringues.
4
Simmer for about 4 minutes then scoop out and dry on kitchen paper rolls.
5
Serve with custard, beaten fresh cream, chocolate sauce, hazelnuts etc. to liking.