Meringue Shells

3/4 c granulated light brown sugar
2 t cornstarch
4 egg whites, at room temperature
pinch salt
1 t lemon juice
1 t vanilla extract

Method
Preheat oven to 300. On a piece of foil, draw six 4-inch circles. Mix a tablespoon of the sugar with the cornstarch and set aside.

Beat egg whites and salt until stiff, then add sugar gradually and beat until thick and glossy. Add sugar-cornstarch mixture, then fold in lemon juice and vanilla.

Divide mixture among the 6 circles. Carefully shape meringue so that it resembles a nest, with high sides.

Bake for 1 hour, then turn off oven and let sit until cool. Gently pry off lining and set on serving plates.