Butter Crunch

Directions

1. 1
   In 2-quart saucepan over low heat, melt butter.
2. 2
   Add sugar and stir until blended.
3. 3
   Return to low heat and cook until it bubbles, stirring rapidly and constantly.
4. 4
   Add the water and syrup and mix well.
5. 5
   Put in thermometer.
6. 6
   Stirring frequently, cook until 290° (brittle stage) 15 or 20 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Sprinkle 3/4 cup chopped nuts over surface and quickly mix in.
9. 9
   Do not beat. Pour on greased cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Spread thin.
11. 11
    Cool; loosen 2 or 3 times until cold.
12. 12
    Spread softened chocolate (1/2) over surface and top with 1/2 the finely chopped nuts.
13. 13
    Turn over and repeat.
14. 14
    Break into pieces when chocolate is set.