Instructions: Blend 1 cup sugar & 1/2 cup water in small saucepan. Boil until first indication of thread appears (230 on candy thermometer). Remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 cup confectioners sugar. If icing becomes sugary while brushing cookies, reheat slightly, adding a little water until clear again. Any leftover icing may be used on fruitcake or other fruit bars.

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