Boiled Icing

Directions

1. 1
   Reserve 2 tablespoons sugar.
2. 2
   Combine remaining sugar, water and corn syrup in a heavy pan.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat, stirring to soft ball stage (240°).
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Quickly beat egg whites and salt until soft peaks form, gradually add reserved sugar, beat until blended.
6. 6
   Continue to beat, slowly adding syrup mixture.
7. 7
   Add vanilla and beat until stiff peaks form and frosting is thick.