Rhubarb Torte

Ingredients

 * 1¾ cups flour
 * 1 teaspoon baking powder
 * 2 egg whites
 * ½ cup shortening
 * 2 tablespoons sugar
 * ½ cup walnuts chopped

Filling

 * 4 cups fresh or frozen rhubarb chopped
 * 2 cups sugar
 * 2 egg yolks
 * ¼ cup flour

Meringue

 * 4 egg whites
 * ½ cup sugar
 * 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions

 * 1) Combine first six ingredients with a fork until crumbly.
 * 2) Press into a greased 9x13" baking pan. Combine filling ingredients.
 * 3) Mix well.
 * 4) Pour over crust.
 * 5) Bake at 350°F. for 50 – 60 minutes.
 * 6) In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff.
 * 7) Gradually add sugar and vanilla, beating well.
 * 8) Spread over hot filling.
 * 9) Return to the oven for 10 – 15 minutes, until lightly browned.