Divinity Candy

Directions

1. 1
   Cook sugar, water, syrup, vanilla and salt to soft ball stage. Pour 1/2 of syrup in a fine stream over stiffly beaten egg whites while beating constantly.
2. 2
   Cook remainder of syrup to crackle stage.
3. 3
   Pour over first mixture in a fine stream and continue beating until it begins to harden.
4. 4
   Add nuts.
5. 5
   Spread evenly in well buttered pan.
6. 6
   When hard enough, cut in 1-inch squares.
7. 7
   Nut halves may be placed so there will be 1 on top of each piece, if desired.