Nut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Spread peanuts in 15 x 10 x 1-inch pan.
2. 2
   Place in oven at 350° for 15 minutes. Remove.
3. 3
   Pour into a bowl; keep warm.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, blend baking soda and salt; set aside.
5. 5
   In 3-quart pan, stir together sugar, corn syrup and water.
6. 6
   Bring to boiling.
7. 7
   Boil rapidly until syrup begins to turn a golden color (275° on candy thermometer).
8. 8
   Add nuts and continue stirring often until syrup is a clear golden color (295°).
9. 9
   Remove from heat.
10. 10
    Quickly stir in butter or margarine and soda mixture.
11. 11
    Immediately pour hot mixture into 2 (15 x 10 x 1-inch) pans (buttered).
12. 12
    If desired, cool slightly and pull with forks to make thin.
13. 13
    Cool.
14. 14
    Break into pieces.
15. 15
    Makes 2 1/4 pounds.