Seven Minute Frosting I
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"This is an old family favorite because it is not as sweet tasting as other frostings and is very fluffy."
Original recipe yield: 3 cups.
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INGREDIENTS:
- 2 egg whites
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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DIRECTIONS:
- In the top of a double boiler, combine all ingredients but the vanilla. Beat 1 minute.
- Cook over boiling water beating constantly for 7 minutes or until the icing makes firm peaks. Remove from the heat and add the vanilla. Beat until able to spread. NOTE: You can add coloring with the ingredients. You can also use another flavoring in place of the vanilla.
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