Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Boil sugar, water and syrup until it spins a thread when dropped from spoon.
2. 2
   Beat egg whites until thick.
3. 3
   Pour syrup slowly over egg whites beating continually until about half the syrup is used.
4. 4
   Set back over heat while you scrape the sides of the bowl to mix ingredients well.
5. 5
   Pour rest of syrup over mixture while still beating.
6. 6
   Add vanilla and nuts.
7. 7
   Beat candy until it will hold its shape.
8. 8
   Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper.
9. 9
   Can be poured into buttered pan and cut into squares when cool.