Divinity

• 3 c. white sugar
• 2 egg whites, beaten
• 1 c. white corn syrup
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1/2 c. water

1. Boil sugar, corn syrup and water together slowly.
2. Wash down crystals from sides of pan with a pastry brush dipped in water.
3. Boil til syrup spins a long thread (12-15") when tested with a spoon (or until 245 degrees)
4. Pour slowly over beaten egg whites
5. Beat until mixture begins to thicken and loses its gloss.  
6. Add vanilla.
7. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper.

Yield: 60 pieces or 2 lbs

Variations: nuts, cut candied cherries, candied pineapple