Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Boil sugar, syrup and water until thread is spun on spoon, about 238°.
2. 2
   Add butter, peanuts and vanilla.
3. 3
   Cook until peanuts begin popping, about 290°.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Add soda and stir quickly.
6. 6
   Pour onto a buttered cookie sheet with sides.
7. 7
   When cold, break by hitting the candy with a metal tablespoon.
8. 8
   Do all stirring with a wooden spoon.