Divinity Frosting

Directions

1. 1
   Cook sugar, syrup and water over low heat, stirring only until sugar is dissolved.
2. 2
   Then boil rapidly, without stirring, to 242° or until syrup forms a firm boil when dropped into cold water. Add cream of tartar, salt and vanilla to egg whites.
3. 3
   Beat until stiff, but not dry.
4. 4
   Pour syrup in a thin stream into beaten egg whites, beating constantly.
5. 5
   Continue beating until frosting will stand in peaks and is of consistency to spread.
6. 6
   Enough frosting for filling, top and sides of 3 layer cake.