Gint's Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Butter 2 (15x10x1-inch) baking pans; set aside.
2. 2
   Place sugar, water and light corn syrup into saucepan.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil over medium-high heat 8-10 minutes or until candy thermometer reaches 280F.
4. 4
   or small amount of mixture dropped into ice water forms a hard but pliable strand.
5. 5
   Add butter and peanuts; cook, stirring constantly, 4-5 minutes or until temperature reaches 300F.
6. 6
   or small amount of mixture dropped into ice water forms a hard brittle strand.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Add vanilla and baking soda; stir until combined.
9. 9
   Immediately pour mixture onto prepared baking sheets; spread evenly to about 1/4-inch thickness.
10. 10
    Cool completely.
11. 11
    Break into pieces.
12. 12
    Store in container with tight-fitting lid.