Directions: Beat the egg white to the soft peak stage in a large bowl and set aside.
In a saucepan, boil the sugar, water and syrup while stirring gently. to 114 - 118°C (238 - 245°F) on sugar thermometer, soft-ball stage.
Sugar boiling basics
Pour the sugar mixture over the beaten egg white, beating continually.
Add vanilla, nuts and a pinch of salt.
Add a few drops of food colouring if desired.
Beat this mixture until almost hard, then drop teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper.
Makes about 35 - 40 pieces.