Drop Cookies
Christmas Cookies

• 2 egg whites
• Dash of Salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Beat egg whites (at room temperature) and salt in a medium mixing bowl until foamy. Add sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peak form. Fold in coconut and pecans, if desired.

Drop mixture by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto parchment-lined cookie sheets. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven, and place cookie sheets on a damp cloth for a few seconds. Remove macaroons to wire racks to cool.

Yield: 2 1/2 dozen.

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