Rhubarb Torte

Ingredients

• 1¾ cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 egg whites
• ½ cup shortening
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ½ cup walnuts chopped

Filling

• 4 cups fresh or frozen rhubarb chopped
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• ¼ cup flour

Meringue

• 4 egg whites
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions

1. Combine first six ingredients with a fork until crumbly.
2. Press into a greased 9x13" baking pan. Combine filling ingredients.
3. Mix well.
4. Pour over crust.
5. Bake at 350°F. for 50 – 60 minutes.
6. In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff.
7. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, beating well.
8. Spread over hot filling.
9. Return to the oven for 10 – 15 minutes, until lightly browned.