CHAPTER XXIII

ICINGS AND FILLINGS

521.—BOILED ICING[12]

1/3 cup boiling waterWhite of 1 egg
1 cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar

Boil water and sugar to 240° F., or until the sirup forms soft ball when tried in cold water; add cream of tartar and vanilla, and pour slowly upon the stiffly beaten white of egg, beating constantly until thick enough to spread without running. For caramel flavor melt one-third of the sugar first.

522.—CARAMEL ICING

1 cup brown sugar1 teaspoon butter
1/3 cup milkFew grains salt

Put ingredients in saucepan, and boil to 240° F., or until a soft ball can be formed when tested in cold water. Beat until creamy, and spread while warm. Chopped nut meats may be added.