Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg whites until stiff. Put aside.
2. 2
   Combine sugar, syrup, water and salt in a 3-quart pan.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil, 252°, using a candy thermometer, if available.
4. 4
   If not, drop a little of the mixture into cold water.
5. 5
   If it forms a hard ball, it is ready. Remove from heat and begin to pour in a fine stream into stiffly beaten egg whites.
6. 6
   Beat on high speed with electric mixer until mixture holds its shape and loses its gloss.
7. 7
   Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla and walnuts.
8. 8
   Spoon out on waxed paper and let cool (approximately 2 hours).