2/3 c. water
2/3 c. white molasses
3 c. white sugar
3 egg whites
1 tsp. vanilla
Add food coloring or nuts, if desired

Boil water, molasses and sugar over low heat until it hardens in cold water (270 degrees). Remove from stove. Add beaten egg whites and vanilla, beating constantly until mixture holds its shape. Add coloring and nuts. Drop from teaspoon onto greased pan or wax paper.