Never Fail Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Mix sugar, water, corn syrup and salt together in a heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook rapidly to 238° or soft ball stage.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Beat egg whites until they hold stiff peaks.
5. 5
   Pour 1/3 of syrup over egg whites, beating vigorously.
6. 6
   Continue cooking remaining syrup until it reaches 270° or the hard ball stage. Pour over egg white mixture, beating constantly.
7. 7
   Finish beating by hand until mixture is creamy and will hold its shape when dropped from a spoon (about 5 minutes).
8. 8
   Add nuts and flavoring. Drop from teaspoon on waxed paper or pour into a box lined with foil.
9. 9
   Cut into pieces if a box is used.
10. 10
    Store tightly covered.