divinity

Directions

1. 1
   combine first 4 ingredients in a Dutch oven, cook over low heat, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves
2. 2
   increase heat to high and cook without stirring until mixture reaches hard ball stage(260)
3. 3
   beat egg whites at room temp.
4. 4
   in a large mixing bowl until stiff peaks form
5. 5
   pour hot sugar mixture In a thin stream over egg wnites while beating constantly at high speed
6. 6
   add vanilla and continue beating 5 - 10 mins.
7. 7
   until mixture holds its shape
8. 8
   stir in pecans
9. 9
   drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper