Pastel Divinity

2 egg whites
1 package (3 oz) jello, any flavor
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup white karo syrup
3/4 cup water
3 cups sugar
1 cup nuts (optional)

Beat egg whites until fluffy. Add dry jello and vanilla, beat until stiff peaks form. Mix sugar, syrup, and water until dissolved. Boil until firm ball forms 245 degrees Fahrenheit. Add syrup mixture to egg white mixture, beat until stiff and it holds up. Add nuts. Drop on wax paper.