This section is from the book "Soyer's Standard Cookery", by Nicolas Soyer. Also available from Amazon: Soyer's Standard Cookery.
Whites of two eggs, four teaspoonfuls of cold water, one and a half cups of confectioners' sugar, one teaspoonful of vanilla or one tablespoonful of lemon juice.
Beat whites of eggs until stiff; add water and sugar. Beat thoroughly, then add flavoring. Use more sugar if needed. Spread with a broad-bladed knife.
 
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