3 c. sugar
1/2 c. light corn syrup
2/3 c. water
2 egg whites
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Nuts

Boil sugar, corn syrup and water together until it forms a hard ball when dropped in water. Beat egg whites and salt at high speed. Pour syrup slowly over egg whites in a steady stream. Continue beating until mixture passes glossy state. Add nuts and vanilla and continue beating until mixture forms a peak when beater is raised. Pour onto buttered platter or drop on waxed paper.

Red or green food coloring added to this recipe makes it festive for the holidays.