Rich Syrup

Ingredients

• 1 pint, 3 teaspoons of cold water
• 2 lbs. of white sugar
• 1/2 of an egg white

Directions

1. Combine 2 lbs. white sugar with 1 pint of cold water. Stir until dissolved. 
2. Set combination over a moderate fire or heat source.
3. Beat the 1/2 egg white and add to sugar before it begins to warm.
4. When combination is about to boil over, add 1 teaspoon of cold water.
5. After boiling ceases, add combination to heat again.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 two more times. 
7. After the last cycle, take combination off the heat and let it settle.
8. Remove any scum that forms, and strain syrup through a jelly bag.

Source — Creole Cookery Book
Prepared by Joshua Johnston
Louisiana Anthology
July 18, 2023