1 3/4 c. walnuts
2 env. unflavored gelatin
1 1/4 c. water, divided
2 c. granulated sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
1 box powdered sugar

Chop walnuts fine, sprinkle about 1 cup evenly in 9 inch square pan. Set remaining walnuts aside. Combine gelatin and 1/2 cup of the water; set aside to soften. Combine remaining 3/4 cup water and sugar.

Microwave on high 5 minutes. Stir well until sugar dissolves. Microwave on high 7 to 8 minutes or until mixture reaches 234 degrees. Stir in softened gelatin; let stand until slightly cooled (about 130 degrees). Stir in vanilla. Beat at high speed until mixture is very fluffy and increased 4 to 5 times in volume, about 12 to 15 minutes.

Turn into walnut-coated pan and sprinkle remaining walnuts on top. Let stand at room temperature several hours or overnight until mixture is firm and set. Use a sharp knife dipped in powdered sugar to cut mixture into 1 inch squares. Roll sides in walnuts remaining in pan and additional powdered sugar, if desired. Makes about 1 1/2 pounds.