Lemon Meringue Slice

Directions

1. 1
   Place flour and butter in a food processor and process until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
2. 2
   Transfer to a bowl, add sugar, to form a crumbly dough.
3. 3
   Press into a greased 30 x 20 cm lamington pan.
4. 4
   Bake at 200C for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
5. 5
   Combine lemon spread, egg yolks and cream in a small saucepan over low heat until the mixture thickens.
6. 6
   Pour over prepared based.
7. 7
   Place egg whites, cream of tartar and salt in a large bowl.
8. 8
   Beat until egg whites form soft peaks.
9. 9
   Gradually beat in the sugar until egg whites are stiff and glossy.
10. 10
    Spread over lemon filling.
11. 11
    Bake at 180C for 10-15 minutes until meringue is golden.
12. 12
    Allow to cool, then refrigerate.
13. 13
    Slice and serve at room temperature or chilled.