Divinity

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
1/2 c. white syrup
1/2 c. hot water
1/4 tsp. salt
2 egg whites
1 tsp. vanilla

In mediul sauce pan combine sugar, syrup, water and salt, bring to boil stirring constantly. Let boil without stirring to hard ball stage (250 degrees). While boiling,
in medium bowl beat egg whites to stiff peaks. Pour sugar mixture into egg whites
slowly beating on high speed. Add vanilla. Beat till candy holds its shape. Add nuts
if desired. Drop by teaspoonfull onto wax paper. Cool completely