All-Weather Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, mix sugar, syrup, salt and water.
2. 2
   Place over high heat, stirring frequently.
3. 3
   In mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks are formed.
4. 4
   (It is much easier to use a self-standing mixer than a hand-held model.)
5. 5
   Continue cooking syrup mixture until, when dribbled from a spoon into cool water, a thin thread is formed and breaks when pinched.
6. 6
   Turn mixer on and slowly add syrup; be careful not to cook egg whites.
7. 7
   Continue to beat mixture as it cools.
8. 8
   Add vanilla.
9. 9
   Continue beating and add pecans when mixture thickens enough to hold onto a spoon without any dropping.
10. 10
    Using two teaspoons, dip onto wax paper.
11. 11
    Allow to cool.
12. 12
    Makes 50 to 60 pieces.