Never Fail Meringue

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a small saucepan.
2. 2
   Add 1/2 cup water and cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture is thick and clear; cool.
3. 3
   Beat three egg whites with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft mounds form.
4. 4
   Add 6 tablespoons of sugar gradually, beating well after each addition.
5. 5
   Add cornstarch mixture.
6. 6
   Continue beating until meringue stands in stiff peaks.