Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   In saucepan, mix the sugar, syrup, water and salt.
2. 2
   Slowly bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Cook to 50 on candy scale (in between soft and hard stage).
4. 4
   Beat egg whites until stiff.
5. 5
   Gradually pour hot syrup into whites, beating constantly.
6. 6
   Beat until candy begins to hold its shape.
7. 7
   Beat in vanilla and powdered sugar.
8. 8
   (This amount of powdered sugar makes a real improvement in texture.)
9. 9
   Drop from teaspoon onto waxed paper, or pour into buttered pan.
10. 10
    Let stand several minutes until firm.
11. 11
    Store in airtight container.
12. 12
    Makes 50 pieces.