Cashew Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Line a nonstick sheet pan with parchment or a silicone mat, and set aside.
2. 2
   Heat the corn syrup, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan set over medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Cook until the temperature reaches 310 degrees F on a candy thermometer.
4. 4
   Once the mixture reaches 310 degrees F, remove from the stove; quickly add the baking soda, cashews, and butter, and keep stirring constantly.
5. 5
   The mixture will stay opaque.
6. 6
   Carefully pour the hot mixture onto the mat-or parchment-covered sheet pan, and spread across the pan with wooden spoon.
7. 7
   Cool for 1 1/2 hours.
8. 8
   Break into 2-inch pieces.
9. 9
   A silicone mat works best to avoid a sticky clean-up; do not use waxed paper, which will melt and stick under the heat of the candy.