Title: Ritz Pecan Pie
Categories: Pie Dessert Candy
Yield: 8 Servings
| 20 | | Ritz crackers; crushed * |
| 3 | | Egg whites; large |
| 1 | ts | Vanilla extract |
| 3 | oz | Milk chocolate; fine shred |
| 1 | ts | Baking powder |
| 1 | c | Sugar |
| 1/2 | c | Pecans; halves |
* Crush Ritz Crackers to crumbs.
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Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Mix cracker crumbs and baking powder. Beat
egg whites stiff, then very gradually add sugar, continiuing to beat. Add
vanilla. Fold egg whites and crackers together. Put in a buttered 9-inch
pie plate. Arrange pecans across top. Bake 30 minutes. Remove from oven,
Sprinkle with shredded chocolate, then put under the broiler for a few
seconds, watching closely so that the chocolate melts but does not scorch.
Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.