1 pkg. white cake mix
2 qts. strawberries
Sugar

Mix should be the kind that uses egg whites and water only. If using fresh strawberries, cut in small pieces. Pour sugar over strawberries and let stand at room temperature until juice is formed in strawberries. If frozen berries, completely thaw. Fresh berries are recommended.

Mix cake mix as directed except substitute strawberry juice for water. After cake mix is thoroughly mixed, slowly blend in strawberries. Pour mixture into two round floured cake pans. Bake as directed on cake mix package.

ICING:

2 egg whites, unbeaten
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/3 c cold water
Add dash of salt
1 tsp. vanilla

Combine egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar, cold water and dash of salt in top of double boiler. Beat 1 minute. Cook over boiling water, beating constantly until mixture forms peaks, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Add vanilla. Beat until frosting is of spreading consistency. Makes enough to cover tops and sides of two 8 inch layers (generously) or tops and sides of two 9 inch layers.