Divinity

Step 1: Cook sugar, corn syrup and water over low heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved.

Step 2: Continue cooking, without stirring, to 260ºF on candy thermometer or until small amount of mixture dropped into very cold water forms a hard ball that holds its shape but is pliable.

Step 3: Beat egg whites in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Step 4: Continue beating while pouring hot syrup in a thin stream into egg whites, beating constantly on medium speed.

Step 5: Add vanilla. Beat until mixture holds its shape and becomes slightly dull.

Step 6: Gently stir in nuts.

Step 7: Drop mixture from buttered spoon onto waxed paper.

Step 8: Let stand at room temperature at least 12 hours, turning candies over once, until candies feel firm.

Step 9: Store in airtight container.