Turkish Delight

Step 1: Lightly oil a 12x8 inch pan or cookie sheet. Set aside.

Step 2: Pour 2 1/2 cups water into a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the sugar and stir until thoroughly dissolved. Remove from heat.

Step 3: In a large bowl, blend the cornstarch and cream of tartar with 1 cup cold water. Gradually add the blended cornflour to the syrup, then return the saucepan to mediaum heat and stir until the mixture boils.

Step 4: Reduce the heat and cook very slowly for 45 minutes, stirring often. During this time, the color will change from cloudy to clear and golden, and the mixture will thicken.

Step 5: Add the rosewater and a few drops of food coloring, pour onto the prepared pan and leave to set. When firm and cool, cut into 3/4 inch squares. Combine the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Toss the squares in the sugar mixture.