- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 pinch salt
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
- Beat egg whites until stiff.
- Add cream of tartar and salt. Beat until stiff.
- Add sugar and beat until glossy. Add vanilla (or any flavoring) and any coloring, if desired. Add chocolate chips, nuts or raisins if desired.
- Drop on greased sheet. Place in preheated oven and turn heat off. Leave for 4-6 hours or over night. Do not double recipe as oven will not hold the cookies.