4 c. white sugar
1 c. light corn syrup
1 c. water
4 egg whites
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Cook to hard ball stage when tested in ice water. Have 4 egg whites beaten stiff. Add 1 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and vanilla; beat until egg whites stand alone. Add nuts if desired and pour into buttered dish or pan.