MERINGUE BARS

By bjnelson55

Sarah's very favorite bar! I underbake a bit to make them chewy and gooey.

Ingredients

• CRUST:
• 1 cup shortening (NEVER USE BUTTER!!!)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• 1/2 teaspoon soda
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 cups flour
• MERINGE:
• Beat egg whites until stiff.
• Add 1 cup brown sugar and mix thoroughly.

Preparation

Step 1

Mix crust in order above.


Press into 9” x 13” pan.


Sprinkle with ½ package chocolate chips and 1 cups nuts (optional).


Beat meringe.


Spread meringue over chocolate chips and nuts.


Bake in 350 degree oven for 25 minutes.