NUT SMACKS

These squares are easy and no icing involved. They have a butterscotch flavor, they're rich with nuts and brown sugar, definitely a tasty little morsel.

1/2 c. packed brown sugar
2 egg yolks
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. butter or margarine
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder

First layer - Crumble seven ingredients together well in large bowl. Press firmly in 9 x 9 inch ungreased pan.

2 egg whites
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. chopped walnuts (or pecans)

Second layer -
Beat egg whites until frothy. Add brown sugar 1/3 at a time beating until stiff. Fold in nuts. Spoon over the unbaked base, spreading evenly.

Bake in 350 oven 25 minutes until golden brown.

Cover well to allow meringue to soften before cutting. I always find the meringue to be crumbly, but that doesn't matter, they still taste delicious!