Old Fashioned Nut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   In a large heavy saucepan or skillet, stir sugar, corn syrup and 2 cups of water over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking without stirring until 238° on candy thermometer, about 15 minutes.
2. 2
   Add nuts.
3. 3
   Continue cooking until syrup turns golden to 300°, about 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Add butter and soda.
5. 5
   Stir until well blended.
6. 6
   Pour on lightly greased cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Cool and break in pieces.
8. 8
   Store in airtight container.
9. 9
   Makes about 3 1/2 pounds.