Marshmallows

Directions

1. 1
   Soak gelatin in one-half of the water for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Cook the sugar and the remaining water until it will spin a thread when dropped from a spoon.
3. 3
   Remove from the fire and add the gelatin. When partly cold, add the salt and the flavoring.
4. 4
   Beat with an egg whip, cooling the mixture as rapidly as possible, until it is light and fluffy.
5. 5
   When the mixture is thick, add the cornstarch slowly, working it in thoroughly.
6. 6
   Then pour out on a flat surface that is well dusted with confectioners sugar.
7. 7
   Let stand in a cool place until thoroughly chilled.
8. 8
   Cut in squares by pressing the blade of a knife down through the mass, but do not slide it along when cutting.
9. 9
   Remove the pieces, dust on all sides with powdered sugar and serve.