Crunch 'N Crackle

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy 2-quart saucepan, combine sugar, water and corn syrup.
2. 2
   Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook, stirring often, over medium heat to hard crack (300°) or until a small amount of mixture dropped into very cold water separates into threads which are hard and brittle.
3. 3
   Remove immediately.
4. 4
   Stir in butter, soda, almond extract and cereal.