Lady Baltimore Filling

• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
• 2 egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
• 1 cup chopped raisins
• 1 cup chopped figs

1. Combine sugar, cream of tartar, and water in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil and the sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches soft ball stage (240u0b0).
2. Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until foamy. While beating at medium speed of electric mixer, slowly pour hot syrup in a thin stream over egg whites. Turn mixer to high speed and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Add flavorings; beat until blended. Stir in remaining ingredients. Reserve 1/4 cup prepared filling for garnish.

sugar, cream of tartar, water, egg whites, vanilla, lemon extract, pecans, raisins, figs

Taken from www.myrecipes.com/recipe/lady-baltimore-filling (may not work)