Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Place in saucepan over low heat the sugar, corn syrup and water.
2. 2
   Stir until dissolved, then cook without stirring to 255° (a little dropped into cold water forms a hard ball).
3. 3
   Remove from heat and pour in a fine stream into stiffly beaten egg whites, beating constantly.
4. 4
   Continue beating until mixture holds it shape and loses its gloss.
5. 5
   Add vanilla and nuts.
6. 6
   Drop quickly from tip of spoon onto waxed paper in individual peaks.
7. 7
   Makes 8 dozen pieces.