Divinity - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
1/2 c. corn syrup
2 egg whites
1 c. chopped nuts
1/8 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 c. water
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Combine sugar, syrup, water, salt and cream of tartar.
Cover and boil 5 minutes.
Uncover and wipe sides of pan with damp cloth.
Boil, without stirring, to firm ball stage (245\u00b0 to 248\u00b0). Remove from heat.
Pour slowly, beating constantly, over stiffly beaten egg whites.
Continue beating until mixture holds its shape when dropped from spoon.
Add flavoring and nuts.
Drop by teaspoons onto waxed paper or pour into well buttered pan.
When cold, cut into squares.