Grammy's Boiled Frosting

provided by Mary Ann Funk, August 1999

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 2 unbeaten egg whites
• 3 Tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Bring water to a boil.
Combine all ingredients except vanilla in double boiler.
Beat at high speed until frosting is fluffy and holds peaks (about 3 minutes)
Add vanilla at end.

Joe's tip: Let it dry on the cake for about 3 days till a nice "crust" forms. Crunch!!