Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Boil sugar, water and Karo until it spins a thread.
2. 2
   Beat egg whites.
3. 3
   Pour half of syrup mixture over whites and beat at medium speed.
4. 4
   Cook other half of syrup until hard-ball stage (250° to 266° on candy thermometer).
5. 5
   Add to the egg white mixture and beat by hand until stiff.
6. 6
   Add vanilla (and nuts if desired). Put by teaspoon onto waxed paper.