1 c. sugar
1 c. flour
1 qt. cold water
1 tbsp. alum
1 tsp. oil of cloves

Combine sugar, flour and water in top of double boiler; cook until thickened, stirring often. To preserve paste, add alum and oil of cloves. Seal in jars. Paste will set to stiffer consistency. Lasts indefinitely if kept sealed.