Instructions: Place egg whites and sugar in large bowl, and on low speed of electric mixer, beat together until sugar is moistened. Increase speed to high; beat until glossy and stiff peaks forms when beaters are lifted, about 5 minutes. If icing is too thick for decorating, beat in few drops of water.

Food colouring may be added at this point. If not using right away, store at room temperature up to three days in airtight container.

MAKES: 2 1/2 cups Use to decorate Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies and other Christmas cookies

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