CHERRY PECAN TORTE

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Field editor Dolores Lueken of Ferdinand, Indiana says, "Soda crackers are the 'secret ingredient' in this meringue.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
2 cups sugar
2 cups saltine crumbs
3/4 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

Steps:

In a bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Beat in cream of tartar. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form. Fold in crumbs, pecans and vanilla. , Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Cool completely. Spread whipped cream over top. Spoon pie filling over cream. Chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.