Marshmallows

Dissolve 1 package of gelatin in 8 tablespoons of cold water. In the meantime, boil together 2 cups of sugar and 3/4 cup of boiling water until it forms a soft ball in cold water. Add gelatin and beat 20 minutes. Add the beaten whites of 2 eggs and beat 10 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Pour on platter to cool.