Name: Strawberry Clouds
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 3 3/4 hr
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 large egg whites, at room temperature 30 minutes; 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 lb strawberries, trimmed and thinly sliced lengthwise (3 cups); 3/4 cup well-chilled heavy cream; parchment paper

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Strawberry CloudsRomulo Yanes

Cardamom-scented whipped cream tops a light, crisp meringue in this pretty paean to the season's fresh berries.

Cooks' note:

Meringues, without berries, syrup, or whipped cream, can be made up to 1 day ahead and kept in an airtight container at cool room temperature.

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