Cornflake Cookies, Lincoln Crisps

This is another one of the retro recipes from my aunt. I remember these growing up but I haven't a clue how they got the name Lincoln Crisps! They're crisp but..what's it got to do with Lincoln??!
These cookies are so simple to make. They have a wonderful chewy texture on the inside due to the egg white yet they're crunchy,too! Give them a try! They're really good!

Beat egg whites til stiff then gradually add sugar and salt and continue beating til sugar is dissolved.
Add melted shortening and vanilla and beat til just combined.

Stir in coconut, nuts and cornflakes.

Form into clusters on a greased baking sheet about 2" apart.

Bake 15 minutes .

That's it! Easy peasy!!

Lincoln Crisps

2 egg whites, beaten stiff

1 cup sugar

1/2 tsp. salt

1 tsp. vanilla

2 tbsp. melted shortening

2/3 cup shredded coconut

2/3 cup chopped nuts ( I used pecans )

4 cups cornflakes

Preheat oven to 350. Grease baking sheet.

1. After beating egg whites til stiff, gradually add sugar and salt and beat til sugar is dissolved.

2. Add melted shortening and vanilla and beat til just combined.

3. Stir in coconut, nuts and cornflakes.

4. Form into clusters on baking sheet spacing about 2" apart.

5. Bake 15 minutes. ( Do not overbake).