Step 1

Soak the gelatin in the 1/3 of a cup of cold water in a small bowl and set aside to swell for 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a large saucepan dissolve the sugar in the 1 1/2 C of water over low heat, stirring constantly.

Step 3

Add the swollen gelatin and dissolve.

Step 4

Raise the temperature and bring to a boil - once it comes to a boil don't stir anymore..

Step 5

Boil steadily, but not vigorously, until the mixture hits 230-234 (thread stage) - remember to adjust for your altitude. It should take 7-15 mins.

Step 6

Remove from the heat and pour into a bowl, or mixer and add the vanilla and beat the mixture until very thick and white.

Step 7

Spray a 9x13 pan with bakers joy or line with parchment paper (Even when I line with parchment paper I tend to use non stick spray to help) and pour the mixture into the pan

Step 8

let set completely - about 2 hours

Step 9

Cut into squares and dust with a mixture of cornstarch and icing sugar.