Take out 1/2 cup of the sugar and add to the flour; Sift the mixture.
On high speed, whip the egg whites while gradually sprinkling in the sugar; Whip to a medium peak.
Gradually fold the dry mixture into the egg whites. Use a folding motion and not a stirring motion, as this may deflate the egg whites. Make sure there are no streaks of flour in the batter.
Place into angel food cake pan and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes; Do not open the oven door during this time. Continue baking for an additional 35 minutes.
Apple and Local Honey Compote
Whisk together the water and honey. Mix in apples & pears.
In a pot on low heat, slowly cook the apple, pear & honey mixture for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
When the apple & pears have cooked down, remove from heat and let cool for 1 hour.
