Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Heat sugar, syrup and water in a two quart sauce pan over low heat.
2. 2
   Stir constantly until sugar is dissolved.
3. 3
   Cook without stirring to 260° on a candy thermometer or until soft ball stage. Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, continue beating while pouring syrup in a thin stream into egg whites, add vanilla, beat until mixture holds shape and becomes slightly dull.
5. 5
   Drop mix from a buttered spoon on waxed paper. Put nut on top of each drop if desired.