Holiday Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Place sugar, corn syrup, water and salt in a 2-quart saucepan. Cover with a tight lid and bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Remove lid; place thermometer in pan and cook at 250° without stirring.
3. 3
   Remove from heat; set aside.
4. 4
   Break egg whites until soft peaks form. Add gelatin and beat into egg whites.
5. 5
   Pour hot syrup slowly over flavored beaten egg whites, beating constantly on high speed of electric mixer until soft peaks form and hold.
6. 6
   Add vanilla, coconut and nuts.
7. 7
   Drop from teaspoon onto waxed paper.
8. 8
   Makes about 70 candies.