Fluffy White Frosting - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 egg whites (unbeaten)
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/3 c. cold water
1 tsp. vanilla
dash of salt

Preparation

Combine egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar, cold water and dash of salt in top of double boiler.
Beat 1 minute.
Cook over boiling water, beating constantly, until mixture forms peaks, about 7 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Add vanilla.
Beat until frosting is of spreading consistency.
Makes enough to cover tops and sides of two 3-inch layers or tops and sides of two 9-inch layers.