Strawberry Meringue BarsCrust Topping Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine flour and 1/2 cup sugar in a medium bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the egg yolks. Press onto bottom of ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking dish. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Meanwhile, beat egg whites and cream of tartar in a small mixer bowl at high speed until foamy, about 45 to 60 seconds. Continue beating, gradually adding confectioners' sugar, until glossy and stiff peaks form, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Spread the preserves over hot, partially baked crust. Spread egg white mixture over preserves; sprinkle with almonds. Continue baking for 22 to 27 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely. Cut into bars with a sharp, wet knife. Email the recipe Strawberry Meringue Bars to a friend! |


