Sea Foam Iii

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium pot, combine sugar, water, salt and cream of tarter. Cover mixture and let boil 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Uncover the pot after the 5 minutes of boiling have elapsed, wipe the sides of the pot with a damp cloth. Continue boiling until the mixture reaches the firm ball stage.
3. 3
   Pour the mixture over stiffly beaten egg whites, and stir in vanilla. Continue beating until the candy holds its shape when dropped from a spoon. Drop the mixture by spoonfuls onto wax paper, let cool.