Ingredients

5 tablespoons meringue powder 

1 one-pound box confectioners' sugar (about 4 cups) 

Preparation

Place the meringue powder and a scant 1/2 cup water in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.

Whisk the mixture on low speed until combined. Add the sugar, scraping the sides of bowl as needed, and beat until soft peaks form, about 10 minutes.