LYNNE TOLLEY / MISS MARY BOBO'S BOARDING HOUSE
3 egg whites
1 c sugar
1 t almond extract
12 saltine crackers, finely crushed
1/4 t baking powder
1/3 c chopped dates
1/2 c chopped pecans or sliced almonds, toasted
Assorted fresh fruit
Jack Daniel Whipping Cream
Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9-inch pie pan. Beat the egg whites until frothy in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer. Gradually beat in the sugar until the egg whites are stiff and glossy. Add the extract. Fold in the cracker crumbs, baking powder, dates and nuts. Spoon the mixture into the pie plate. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. The top will look golden brown and crisp. Cool before serving. Serve with fresh fruit (peaches are especially good) and whipped cream.
Whiskey Whipped Cream
1 c heavy cream
2 T powdered sugar
1 T whiskey
Whip cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks from. Add the powdered sugar and whip until blended. Fold in the whiskey. Cover and refrigerate. Delicious on chocolate, caramel or fruit desserts.
Makes 2 cups whipped cream.
