Seven Minute Frosting
5 cups
This frosting is named for the seven minutes of cooking and beating needed to form the desired glossy peaks. Some cooks use a double boiler to equalize cooking heat. Cooking should stop the moment the stiff peaks form.
2 egg whites
1½ C. sugar
⅓ C. cold water
⅛ tsp. cream of tartar
⅛ tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
In large saucepan combine all ingredients except vanilla. Beat 1 minute at low speed with portable electric mixer. Place pan over low heat and beat at high speed until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add vanilla. Beat until frosting will hold swirls, about 2 minutes longer.