Candied Violets

By HazyWaters

Ingredients

• 2 Egg whites
• Sugar
• 1 large bunch of wild violets including stems, washed

Preparation

Step 1

In a bowl beat egg whites with a whisk just until frothy. Place sugar in another bowl. Take one violet at a time, pick up by the stem and dip into egg whites covering all surfaces. Gently dip into the sugar being sure all the petals top and bottom are covered. Place on waxed paper lined cookie sheet, snip off stems, Using a toothpick, open pets to original shape. Sprinkle sugar on any uncoated surface. Dry in a 200 degree oven for 30-40 minutes or until sugar crystallizes. Gently remove violet to wire racks with a spatula. Sprinkle again with sugar if violets appear syrupy. Cool. Store in airtight container with waxed paper between layers.
These make a great cake decoration or garnish and tasty, too.