Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup, water and peanuts.
2. 2
   Measure into custard cup soda and salt.
3. 3
   Cook together sugar, corn syrup, water and peanuts for 30 to 35 minutes after it begins to boil, until it is amber, a little deeper than straw color.
4. 4
   Add soda and salt, mixed.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Beat until blended and pour onto heavy buttered aluminum tray.
7. 7
   Pull edges to thin sheets; cut off pieces with kitchen shears.
8. 8
   Cool and store tightly covered.