CREAM FONDANT
This recipe is the foundation of many fine pieces ofcandy.
3 cups granulated sugar 11/2 cups water1 tablespoon corn syruppinch cream of tartar
Combine sugar, water, corn syrup and cream of tartar.Bring to a boil and wash down crystals around sides of the pan with a small brush. Cook to 238 degreesand immediately pour on platter or porcelain table top.When luke warm, scrape fondant with a woodenscraper toward the center of the platter. Work withscraper until creamed and stiff. Knead until free fromlumps. Place in a covered container until ripened, about 24 hours. This may be kept for 2 weeks.The fondant may be re-heated in a double boiler.