Never Fail Meringue
["2 Tbsp. sugar", "1/2 c. water", "1/8 tsp. salt", "6 Tbsp. sugar", "1 Tbsp. cornstarch", "3 egg whites", "1/2 tsp. vanilla"]
["Mix 2 tablespoons sugar and cornstarch.", "Add water and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick and clear.", "Cool. Beat egg whites with salt and vanilla.", "Add 6 tablespoons sugar gradually, beating after each addition of ingredients.", "Add cooled cornstarch mixture and continue beating until peaks form.", "Use as desired."]
["sugar", "water", "salt", "sugar", "cornstarch", "egg whites", "vanilla"]