Old-Fashioned Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Cook sugar, water and syrup in large saucepan until soft ball stage (235° to 240°).
2. 2
   Add peanuts and butter.
3. 3
   Continue cooking until hard ball stage (300° to 310°).
4. 4
   Keep stirring.
5. 5
   Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Remove from heat.
7. 7
   Add baking soda and vanilla, stirring rapidly.