Divinity Fudge

My mother was known for her divinty and this recipe always came out perfectly. It melts in your mouth and is a holiday favorite. Also, this makes a great gift.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Yields: 1 1/2 Pounds

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄3 cups sugar
• 2⁄3 cup white corn syrup
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  egg whites
• 1  cup  chopped pecans
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla

Directions

1. Stir the first four ingredients together in a saucepan over low heat until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Boil without stirring to 265 degrees on a candy thermometer or until a little mixture that is dropped in cold water forms a hard, almost brittle ball.
3. Remove syrup from heat and slowly pour over stiffly beaten egg whites, while beating with a mixer until mixture loses its gloss and a small amount that is dropped from a spoon holds its shape.
4. Fold in nuts and vanilla.
5. Pour into a greased 9"x9"x2" pan or drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper to cool.
6. Store in tins.