Cherry Crunch

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter; mix crackers, 3/4 cup sugar and cinnamon.
2. 2
   Pat 3/4 cup in bottom and sides of large buttered pan.
3. 3
   Mix cornstarch and 1 1/4 cups sugar.
4. 4
   Add to cherries.
5. 5
   Cook until thick and clear. Pour over crumb mixture in pan.
6. 6
   Beat egg whites until stiff; add 3/4 cup sugar.
7. 7
   Spread over cherries.
8. 8
   Cover with remaining crumb mixture and bake 35 minutes at 375°.