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Fondant  
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Cup Sugar  
Cup Water  
Tablespoon Corn syrup  
9 Other Carbohydrates  
In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Stir until the  
sugar dissolves. Stir in the corn syrup. Bring the mixture to a boil and  
cook until the mixture reaches the soft−ball stage, between 234 and 240  
degrees on a candy thermometer. Pour the mixture over a dampened marble  
slab. Sprinkle it with a little water to prevent a crust from forming and  
leave to cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Using a triangular scraper work the sugar  
syrup scraping it from the slab and turning the sides to the center.  
Alternatively, work the fondant in an electric mixer with a dough hook. Work  
vigorously particularly when the fondant starts to thicken and become  
creamy. After 3−5 minutes it will suddenly become stiff. Break off one piece  
of fondant at a time and work it by pinching it hard in your fingers until  
pliable and smooth. Press all the pieces of pliable fondant together and  
knead in any flavoring or coloring. Pack into an airtight container and  
leave in the refrigerator or a cool place at least 1 hour, preferably 1 day  
to mellow.  
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