Microwave on high, uncovered 3 minutes. Pour hot syrup in thin stream over egg whites while beating at high speed. Fold in pecans. Spoon onto wax paper.
Candies adapt well to microwave cooking.
Only occasional stirring is necessary with microwave cooking. Stir mixture after it comes to a boil so all sugar is dissolved. Microwave candies uncovered. Don't leave the thermometer in the candy during microwave cooking unless it is specifically designed for the microwave.