How To Make Meringues
Meringues Recipe. Simple but sweet, classic meringues. They make the perfect base for a wide variety of delectable desserts. Relish our Meringues recipe.
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Step 1:
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You will need…..
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Step 2:
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Preheat the oven
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Set the temperature to 100ºC (200ºF/ lowest gas mark)
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Step 3:
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Prepare the baking tray
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Lay a piece of greaseproof paper on the baking tray.
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Step 4:
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Whip the eggs and sugar
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Pour the egg whites into the bowl, add a little sugar and start to whip. Gradually, add the rest of the sugar, while continually whipping until the mixture becomes stiff and glossy.
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For this to be a success the egg whites have to be completely yolk free and all utensils very clean. Any grease or yolk will prevent the whites from whipping.
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Step 5:
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Shape the meringues
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Drop a teaspoonful of the mixture onto the baking tray. Repeat to create the individual meringues. Place each one an inch apart.
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Step 6:
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Bake
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Place the baking tray in the centre of the oven and bake for 45 minutes.
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Step 7:
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Turn off the oven and leave
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Switch the oven off and leave the meringues inside for another hour.
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Step 8:
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Remove the meringues and cool
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Take the baking tray out of the oven and leave the meringues to cool.
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Step 9:
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Serve or keep
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Once cool, the meringues are ready to serve immediately. Try taking a couple, adding some whipped cream and fresh fruits and sticking them together for a delicious sweet dessert. Or they can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.