RAINBOW SQUARES

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I like the combination of pineapple and cherries, gives it a tropical flavor. Got the recipe from a friend but don't know where she got it. Cook time is only for the base. The meringue can burn quite easily so keep a close eye on it.

Provided by Rinder

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 16 squares

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups flour
1 cup margarine
2 tablespoons white sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
1/2 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 bottle drained cherries (halved)
1 1/4 teaspoons almond flavoring

Steps:

  • Mix base with pastry blender and press into 9x9 pan.
  • Bake 15 minutes@ 350.
  • Cook topping ingredients on stove until thickened.
  • Pour over base mixture.
  • Beat 2 egg whites with 4 tbsps.
  • sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • Pour over top and put in oven to brown.

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