Sugar-Flour Paste

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients.
2. 2
   Slowly stir in 1 cup of cold water. Bring remaining 3 cups to a boil and add dry mixture to it, stirring constantly.
3. 3
   Continue to cook in double boiler for about 30 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Remove from heat and add oil of cloves.
5. 5
   Makes 1 quart of paste.
6. 6
   Keep moist by adding a small piece of wet sponge to the top of each jar.