Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   In a 3-quart casserole, combine sugar, syrup, water and salt. Microwave at High for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Stir well.
3. 3
   Microwave 8 to 12 minutes or until mixture reaches hard ball stage (260°). Immediately beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4. 4
   Slowly pour syrup over egg whites, beating at high speed with electric mixer.
5. 5
   Add vanilla.
6. 6
   Continue beating 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture holds its shape and starts to lose its gloss.
7. 7
   Fold in chopped nuts.
8. 8
   Quickly drop heaping teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper or spread into a lightly buttered 6 x 10-inch dish and cut into pieces.