Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Place sugar, Karo and salt in an iron skillet (only).
2. 2
   When this begins to boil, stirring constantly, add 1 cup raw Spanish peanuts.
3. 3
   Continue to stir until nuts begin to crack and pop.
4. 4
   The syrup begins to look slightly caramel and nuts smell roasted.
5. 5
   Do not overcook or nuts will taste burnt.
6. 6
   Cook from 10 to 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from heat and fold in vanilla and soda.
8. 8
   Mix thoroughly.
9. 9
   Pour out and spread on buttered cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Cool and break.