Divinity Candy

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy (2-quart) saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, water and salt.
2. 2
   Cook and stir until sugar dissolves and mixture boils. Cook over medium heat (candy thermometer reaches 250, hard boil stage), without stirring and bubbling over entire surface.
3. 3
   As temperature nears 250, beat egg whites to stiff peaks.
4. 4
   Gradually pour hot syrup in thin stream over egg whites, beating at high speed; beat 4-5 minutes more until mixture holds its shape.
5. 5
   Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper or spread in buttered 10x6 inch dish.
6. 6
   Cool and cut into squares.
7. 7
   Makes 3 dozen pieces.
8. 8
   May add candied cherries or chopped nuts after 5 minutes beating time.