Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup, water and salt in a 3-quart pan.
2. 2
   Cook to a hard ball stage (260°).
3. 3
   Beat egg whites in large mixing bowl until stiff.
4. 4
   Gradually beat in boiling syrup.
5. 5
   Add vanilla. Continue beating until mixture will hold its shape when dropped from spoon.
6. 6
   Add nuts or cherries.
7. 7
   Drop on wax paper from teaspoon.