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Ingredients

  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1/2 c. white Karo
  • 1 c. nuts
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Method

  • Combine sugar with water and Karo.
  • Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
  • Continue cooking until very hard, brittle ball is formed or a thread spins (275° or 280° on candy thermometer).
  • Remove from fire.
  • Add syrup gradually to 2 stiffly beaten egg whites beaten until stiff but not dry. Turn to medium speed and continue beating until stiff.
  • Add vanilla and nuts.
  • Drop from teaspoon on waxed paper.