Twinkie Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Grease pyrex square or rectangular casserole with butter.
2. 2
   Cut 8 Twinkies in thirds lengthwise, and put one layer on the bottom of the casserole. Beat egg whites, with the cream of tartar and sugar, adding vanilla.
3. 3
   Melt chocolate chips in the top of a doubleboiler.
4. 4
   Add egg yolks to chocolate, slowly, continuing to stir overboiling water.
5. 5
   Fold chocolate into egg whites.
6. 6
   Spread over Twinkies, then sprinkle with about half of the nuts.
7. 7
   Layer on more twinkies, more chocolate, more nuts.
8. 8
   Continue layering.
9. 9
   Top with whipped cream and a single whole Twinkie. Chill and serve.