Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['vegetarian'], recipe: in small bowl, stir together gelatin and 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons water. set aside to set up. combine sugar and remaining 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons water in a medium saucepan over low heat to make a syrup. stir until sugar is dissolved and let cool. with mixer on low speed, slowly and carefully pour syrup into the softened gelatin. increase speed to high; beat until mixture is very thick and white and has almost tripled in volume, about 15 minutes. add vanilla if desired; beat to incorporate. pour into a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish and let set overnight. cut into squares, dust with confectioners sugar and serve.

Target recipe: save 1/3 cup crushed graham crackers, placing them on a 12-inch square piece of foil. combine remaining ingredients along with remaining crumbs to make a smooth mixture. form a roll with mixture and roll in the crumbs on the foil. wrap foil around the date roll and refrigerate overnight. serves 6, sliced thin. serve with cool whip if desired.