Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Place in pan over low heat and stir constantly until sugar is dissolved. Cook, without stirring, until it reaches 252° or small amount forms soft ball in cold water. Remove from heat and pour in a fine stream into the stiffly beaten egg whites, beating constantly.
2. 2
   Continue beating until mixture holds its shape and loses its gloss.
3. 3
   Add 1 teaspoon vanilla and 1 cup nuts (optional). Drop from spoon onto wax paper and let cool.