Butter Chews

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Blend in flour.
3. 3
   Pat into bottom of a 9 x 13-inch pan.
4. 4
   Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Beat egg whites until stiff, but not dry, and set aside.
6. 6
   Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon colored.
7. 7
   Stir in brown sugar, nuts and coconut. Fold in egg whites and put over first mixture.
8. 8
   Return to oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Cool and dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.