Raspberry divinity squares

Yield: 6 Servings

Ingredients:

3 c Sugar
3/4 c Light corn syrup
3 Egg whites
1 3 oz pkg. raspberry flavor -gelatin
2/3 c Chopped blanched almonds
1/2 ts Almond extract

Instructions:

MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: An electric stand mixes is required for this candy since a portable hand mixer might not be powerful enough to beat the thick mixture. Line a 12X8" (2 qt) baking dish with foil so that foil extends over sides of dish. Butter foil. In 2 qt. microwave safe measuring cup combine sugar corn syrup and water. Microwave on high for 17 to 18 minutes or until microwave candy thermometer reaches 260 F. (Hard ball stage) Stirring twice during cooking. Meanwhile in a large bowl beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add gelatin beating until egg whites are stiff and glossy. Pour syrup mixture in steady THIN stream over egg whites beating at high speed until mixture holds it's shape about 3 - 6 minutes. Stir in almonds and almond extract. Spread evenly in buttered foil lined dish. Let stand at room temperature until completely cool and set about 4 hours or overnight. Cut into 1" squares. (Dip knife into hot water if necessary to minimize sticking) Store in airtight container in cool dry place. Courtesy of: Joann's Country Kitchen Source: Pillsbury Family Christmas Cookbook