Meringue Nests with Basil Scented Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote

INGREDIENTS

large egg whites, room temperature

1/2 tsp

vanilla extract

1/4 tsp

cream of tartar

3/4 cup

sugar

1/2 lb

strawberries, rinsed, hulled and quartered + ½ cup of strawberries, rinsed, hulled and chopped

1/2 lb

rhubarb

2 tbsp

honey

1 tbsp

water

whole basil leaves

1/2 cup

heavy cream

2 tbsp

powdered sugar