Cherry Divinity Candy

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup and water in saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring to dissolve sugar.
3. 3
   Cook to hard ball stage (250°).
4. 4
   Beat egg whites stiff but not dry.
5. 5
   Add gelatin, 1 tablespoon at a time.
6. 6
   Beat until peaks form.
7. 7
   Pour syrup in fine stream over beaten egg whites until mixture will stand in peaks and loses its gloss.
8. 8
   Add nuts.
9. 9
   If too stiff, add a few drops of hot water.
10. 10
    Drop on waxed paper.