Cherries in the Snow

Butter a 9 x 13-inch glass pan. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar, adding sugar a little at a time, until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla, nuts and crushed soda crackers. Mix well. Place into pan and bake at 350° for 30 minutes.

Cool. Add Cool Whip making high peaks, and then add the cherries. Refrigerate any leftovers. Makes 8 large servings.