Mama said Daddy always made a big deal out of making this. As I remember it, it was well worth it! Daddy made this every Christmas when I was little. A meringue-type candy in Turkey that goes back to the 17th century, is probably the original divinity. Modern Divinity with pecans originated in the early 1900s in the U.S. South, with its native pecans and when corn syrup became available.
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Makes about two dozen. It's best made on a dry day!
A candy thermometer is helpful to make this, but not absolutely necessary. Ingredients - Makes about 30 pieces.
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Steps
- Cook sugar, water, corn syrup, and salt in saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking until mixture spins a thread when pulled up with a spoon or a small amount of mixture forms a very hard ball when dropped in ice cold water. (It will be at 266° F on a candy thermometer.)
- In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Gradually pour sugar mixture over egg whites, beating constantly with mixer until all syrup is mixed in well. Continue beating until candy is stiff and loses its shine and mixture will hold its shape when dropped from a spoon. Fold in vanilla and chopped pecans.
- Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper. Decorate by gently pressing a pecan half into the top of each piece. Let sit until firm.
- Store covered in cool, dry spot for up to 2 weeks.
