MERINGUES

3 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cupconfectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

In the mixing bowl of an electric mixer, combine the egg whites with cream of tartar and vinegar and beat at high speed until soft peaks form, about 1 minute. Continue beating, and gradually add the sugar, vanilla and cornstarch. Beat until very stiff, about 2 minutes.
Spoon meringue in a pastry bag and use for various recipes.
For meringue cookies, I dry them in the oven at 200 degrees for 2 to 3 hours.