Holiday Meringues

Directions

Beat egg whites (at room temperature) in a small bowl at high speed of an electric mixer until foamy.

Add cream of tartar and vanilla, beating until soft peaks form.

Spoon meringue mixture into 10 mounds on a baking sheet lined with heavy brown paper.

Shape meringue mixture into circles, using the back of a spoon to mound the sides at least ½ inch higher than the centers.

Bake at 225 degrees F for 1 hour.

Turn oven off, and let meringues cool completely before opening oven door.

Transfer meringues to serving plates.

Scoop sherbet into shells; top with Cranberry Sauce, and serve immediately.