Peppermint Meringues
["2 egg whites", "1/8 tsp. salt", "1/8 tsp. cream of tartar", "1/2 c. sugar", "2 peppermint candy canes, crushed"]
["In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy.", "Sprinkle with salt and cream of tartar; beat until soft peaks form.", "Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form, about 7 minutes.", "Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased foil or paper-lined baking sheets; sprinkle with the crushed candy.", "Bake at 225\u00b0 for 1 1/2 hours. Turn off heat; leave cookies in the oven with the door ajar for at least 1 hour or until cool.", "Store in an airtight container. Yield:", "3 dozen."]
["egg whites", "salt", "cream of tartar", "sugar", "canes"]