Stir together in saucepan 1 1/2 cups sugar, dash of salt, 1/2 cup water and 1/4 cup honey. Cook to soft ball stage. Remove from heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 3 cups walnut halves and pieces. Food coloring may be added to syrup; also cinnamon or grated orange rind. Stir until thick and creamy. Turn onto waxed paper and separate with 2 forks. Makes 1 1/2 lbs.