This is probably one of my favorite desserts because it is not too rich. It is a very light dessert. It is an especially good one to keep made up in the freezer for when unexpected company comes by.

I like to use it not only for graduation parties, but also for baby showers or any other get-together because I can make it a week ahead of time and that means one less thing to have to deal with the day of the special event!

Crust:

    1 cup flour

    1/4 cup brown sugar

    1/2 cup nuts

    1/2 cup butter, softened

Mix and slightly press or crumble into a 9x13 pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally while baking to make crumbly. When cooled, remove 1/3 of it to save to sprinkle on top of the dessert. Evenly spread out the remaining portion in the pan.

Topping:

    2 egg whites (pasteurized)

    2/3 cup sugar

    1 10oz. package of strawberries

    2 Tbsp. lemon juice (must use)

    1 small container whipped topping

Place first 4 ingredients in a large mixing bowl and beat at high speed for 10 minutes or until it forms stiff peaks. Be sure to use a large mixing bowl because this really increases in volume. Fold in whipped topping and spread over crust, Sprinkle with the 1/3 cup of crumbs you saved. Freeze for 3-6 hours or overnight.

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