Sugar Glaze

Directions

1. 1
   Combine granulated sugar, water and salt in 1-quart saucepan. Stir over heat until sugar dissolves.boil, without stirring to 230 degrees F or thread stage. Remove from heat.
2. 2
   Blend butter, confectioner's sugar, and extract into syrup with whisk.stir until smooth and slightly thick. Keep glaze at right consistency by standing saucepan in a larger pan of simmering water.
3. 3
   Brush or spoon glaze onto cakes, cookies, or breads. If mixture becomes.
4. 4
   Dry and crusty, reheat slightly and stir a little water into the glaze.