1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt

TOPPING:

1 egg white, beaten
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. chopped walnuts

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and beat. Spread in 9 x 13 inch pan and cover with topping mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.