Irish Mint Mousse

With my growing dairy intolerance, I have been frustrated by not eating my usual Mint Milkshake on St. Patrick's Day.  Knowing my family, celebrating St. Patrick's Day is a huge event because of our family heritage.  I thought really hard, and I finally came up with this dairy free dessert!

Irish Mint Mousse

Need:
Double Boiler or a 2 quart pan and a glass/metal bowl that will set inside it without tipping.
Hand Mixer
Measuring cups and spoons

3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
pinch of salt
2 egg whites (large or extra large eggs)
1/4 cup cold water

1/4 tsp mint flavoring
2-3 drops green food coloring

Fill double boiler or pan 1/3 full with water.  Set on medium/high heat.  Place bowl on top.  Add first 5 ingredients.  Start mixing on medium speed, and then high speed.  Keep going for about 5-7 minutes, until swirls are seen and stiff peaks form when the beaters are turned off.

Pull off the heat, and beat for another minute or two to stiffen and cool.  Add mint and green food coloring.  Mix well.  Dollop into pretty tea cups or serving bowls.

My family and I loved this recipe!  I hope you do too!