Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar and water; stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. 2
   Add syrup.
3. 3
   Cover saucepan and cook until syrup begins to boil. Remove top and cook, without stirring, to 255°.
4. 4
   Remove from heat and pour in a fine stream over egg whites, beating constantly. Continue beating until mixture holds shape and loses its gloss. Add vanilla and nuts.
5. 5
   Drop quickly from tip of spoon onto waxed paper in individual peaks.
6. 6
   Makes 30 pieces.