Coconut Marshmallows

Directions

1. 1
   Toast the coconut until it is light brown.
2. 2
   Soften the gelatin in cold water in the top of a double boiler.
3. 3
   Place over boiling water and stir unti the gelatin is dissolved.
4. 4
   Add sugar and stir until it is dissolved.
5. 5
   Remove it from heat.
6. 6
   Pour the syrup into a large bowl and add the vanilla and gelatin mixture.
7. 7
   Beat on highest speed with a mixer until marshmallow consistency, about 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Grease a 7 x 10 x 1 1/2-inch pan.
9. 9
   Put coconut in the bottom of the pan.
10. 10
    Pour the marshmallow over it and cool.
11. 11
    Cut into squares and roll in coconut until all sides are covered.