Lemon Meringue Easter Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Spray 9x9 pan, or round dish with cooking spray.
3. 3
   Beat flour, 1 cup sugar, margarine, milk, baking powder, lemon rind, vanilla, salt, and 2 egg whites in large bowl with electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly.
4. 4
   Beat on high speed for 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally.
5. 5
   Pour into pan and bake 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
6. 6
   Cool slightly.
7. 7
   Increase oven temperature to 400F.
8. 8
   Beat remaining 2 egg whites in medium bowl until frothy.
9. 9
   Slowly beat in 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
10. 10
    Continue beating until stiff and glossy.
11. 11
    Spread over cake and bake 8-10 minutes, or until meringue is lightly brown.
12. 12
    Cool completely.
13. 13
    Upon serving, top with sliced strawberries.