3 c. sugar
3/4 c. light corn syrup
3/4 c. water
2 egg whites, unbeaten
1 (3 oz.) pkg. strawberry flavored gelatin
1/2 c. flaked or shredded coconut
1 c. pecans, chopped

Combine sugar, corn syrup and water in heavy saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and continue cooking stirring occasionally, to hard ball stage.

Beat egg whites until fluffy then add gelatin, beating until mixture holds peaks. Pour hot syrup in thin stream into egg whites, beating constantly. Beat until candy loses its gloss and holds shape.

Pour into greased 9 inch square pan. Makes about 5 dozen pieces. Mixture may also be dropped on wax paper.