Divinity Candy

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, syrup, water and salt. Without stirring, cook over low heat until temperature on candy thermometer reaches 265° (approximately 10 to 15 minutes) or until a small amount of mixture dropped into very cold water forms a soft ball that will not flatten when pressed between finger and thumb.
2. 2
   Just before temperature reaches 265°, in a large bowl with mixer at high speed, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Slowly pour in hot mixture a little at a time, beating at high speed until mixture begins to lose its gloss.
3. 3
   Reduce mixer speed to low.
4. 4
   Add vanilla and nuts and using a spoon, stir until candy holds its' shape when dropped from a spoon.
5. 5
   Drop by spoonful onto wax paper or foil to cool.
6. 6
   Store in covered container.