Pecan Meal Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg whites stiff; add 1/4 cup sugar.
2. 2
   In another bowl, beat egg yolks with remaining 1 1/4 cups sugar for 5 minutes at medium speed.
3. 3
   Add flour, baking powder and salt that has been sifted together. Add vanilla.
4. 4
   Add 2 1/2 cups pecan meal.
5. 5
   Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.
6. 6
   Bake in two 9-inch layers for 20 to 25 minutes at 350°.
7. 7
   Cool thoroughly.
8. 8
   Ice with whipped cream (wine flavored).
9. 9
   Sprinkle pecan meal on top of whipped cream.