Double Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/3 cup of water and cook until small amount of syrup forms soft ball in cold water (240°).
2. 2
   Cook remaining 1 1/2 cups of sugar, 1/3 cup of water and corn syrup until it forms a hard ball in cold water (254°).
3. 3
   Cool first syrup slightly.
4. 4
   Add slowly to egg whites, beating constantly about 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture loses its gloss.
5. 5
   Add second syrup in same way.
6. 6
   Add vanilla and turn into greased pan.
7. 7
   Cut in squares when cold.
8. 8
   This candy is softer and creamier than the regular Divinity.
9. 9
   Approximate yield:
10. 10
    about 40 pieces.