Lela's Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan combine sugar, corn syrup, and hot water.
2. 2
   Cook and stir till sugar dissolves and mixture comes to boil.
3. 3
   Cook, without stirring until hard boil stage (250 degrees) is reached.
4. 4
   Immediately beat 2 egg whites with salt until stiff and it loses its shine.
5. 5
   Pour a constant stream of hot syrup very slowly over beaten egg whites.
6. 6
   Beat on high for about 5 minutes or when soft peaks form, loses it's gloss and holds its shape.
7. 7
   Mix in 1/2 c pecans or walnuts, if desired.
8. 8
   Spread in a lightly grease 9x13 glass pan.
9. 9
   Let cool before cutting.