1/2 c. water
1/4 c. plus 2 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. cornstarch
3 egg whites, at room temperature
Dash of salt

Combine water, sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan, stirring well, cook over medium heat until transparent and thickened. Combine egg whites and salt, beat until foamy. Continue beating while gradually pouring cooled, cooked mixture into egg whites. Beat 3 minutes or until stiff, but not dry.