1 c. chow mein noodles
3 egg whites
3 tsp. cream of tartar
1 c. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. lemon extract
1 c. chopped pecans
2 sm. boxes frozen strawberries
1 c. whipping cream
2 tsp. powdered sugar

Crush noodles. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until very stiff. Fold in 1 teaspoon vanilla, lemon extract, noodles and pecans. Spread meringue into well buttered 9 inch pie plate. Mound to sides, leaving bottom slightly hollow for filling. Bake at 325 degrees for 35 minutes. Cool completely. Cut into 8 servings; place on serving plates. Top with partially thawed strawberries. Whip cream, add powdered sugar and remaining vanilla. Top strawberries with whipped cream.