Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine first 3 ingredients in a large heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Cover and cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes to melt sugar crystals on sides of pan.
4. 4
   Uncover, add peanuts and cook, stirring occasionally to hard crack stage (300°).
5. 5
   Stir in butter and soda.
6. 6
   Pour into a buttered 15 x 10-inch pan, spreading thinly.
7. 7
   Let brittle cool and break into pieces.
8. 8
   Yields 1 1/2 pounds.