Famous Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Cook first 3 ingredients to 250° on candy thermometer.
2. 2
   Add butter and peanuts.
3. 3
   Stir constantly and cook to 310°.
4. 4
   Remove from heat; add vanilla and soda.
5. 5
   Pour onto buttered aluminum tray or pans (must use aluminum).
6. 6
   Stretch and break into pieces.
7. 7
   (I always have the peanuts and butter ready to add; I have the pans ready; start pouring onto pans as soon as soda is mixed; and take phone off the hook!
8. 8
   Must work fast!)