Strawberry Divinity

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup and water in a 3-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Cook to the hard ball stage (252°).
4. 4
   Beat egg whites until stiff.
5. 5
   Blend in jello.
6. 6
   When syrup reaches 252°, pour in a thin stream over egg whites, beating constantly with electric mixer on medium speed.
7. 7
   Beat as long as possible using wooden spoon if too stiff for mixer.
8. 8
   Add nuts and pour into lightly buttered 9-inch square pan.
9. 9
   Cool.
10. 10
    Cut into pieces.