Several people have requested my late mother’s divinity recipe. It really is very easy and so delicious, and you might enjoy sharing some with friends for a Valentine’s Day treat. Do remember to make it on a sunny day for perfect results. Enjoy!
Mimi’s Divinity
4 cups sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
¾ cup water
Pinch salt
3 egg whites
1½ teaspoons vanilla
1½ cups chopped pecans
For garnish: pecan halves
In a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl, stir together sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Microwave for 19 minutes on high, stirring every 5 minutes. With mixer, beat egg whites for 19 minutes until stiff (while syrup is cooking). Gradually pour hot syrup mixture over stiffly beaten egg whites. Continue beating on high speed until thick and not glossy (about 10 minutes). Stir in vanilla and pecans. Using a teaspoon, drop candy onto waxed paper. Place 1 pecan half on each piece of candy.
Yield: 36 pieces