French Meringue Strips

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in the butter (at room temperature) until particles are the size of small peas. Mix in the egg yolks slightly mixed with enough water to measure 1/3 cup.
3. 3
   Sprinkle this over the flour mixture, tossing lightly with a fork until the dough is moist enough to hold together.
4. 4
   Form into a ball and chill while making the meringues.
5. 5
   Meringue: Beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar for one minute.
6. 6
   Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating constantly.
7. 7
   Mix in the vanilla.
8. 8
   Cover with plastic wrap while rolling out the dough.
9. 9
   Roll out the chilled dough on a floured board, pastry cloth or waxed paper.
10. 10
    Shape to approximately a 20 x 15 inch rectangle.
11. 11
    Spread on the merigue.
12. 12
    Combine the sugar, cinnamon and almonds.
13. 13
    Sprinkle over the meringue.
14. 14
    Press in lightly with a spatula.
15. 15
    Cut dough with spatula or sharp knife into 3 x 1 inch strips.
16. 16
    Place on ungreased bake sheet.
17. 17
    Bake in a 350 degree oven 8-10 minutes, or until they start to delicately brown.