Swiss meringue is a variety of meringue made by heating egg whites and sugar over a double boiler before whipping to stiff peaks.
8 oz (250 g) egg whites
1 lb (500 g) superfine sugar
Put the egg whites and sugar into a stainless steel bowl.
Place the bowl over simmering water and whip with a wire whisk until the mixture is 120°F (50°C).
Remove the bowl from the heat and continue whipping until the meringue is completely cool.
Use as desired or as directed in your recipe.