1/2 c. butter, softened
1 c. plus 2 tbsp. flour
1 1/3 c. sugar plus 1 tbsp.
3 eggs, separated
1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
1/2 c. half and half
2 1/2 c. cut up rhubarb
1/4 tsp. almond extract
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 c. flaked coconut

Combine the 1/2 cup butter, flour, and 1 tablespoon sugar in bowl. Mix well. Press into ungreased 9 inch square Pyrex baking dish. Bake 20 minutes at 350 degrees. Meantime combine egg yolks, 1 cup sugar and remaining 2 tablespoons flour, salt, and half and half. Stir in rhubarb. Pour over baked layers. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Beat egg whites until foamy. Add 1/3 cup sugar and beat until stiff; add vanilla. Spread over mixture. Sprinkle with coconut. Bake until lightly browned, 10-15 minutes. Makes 9 servings.