Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   This recipe for peanut brittle is very crunchy, not hard like most.
2. 2
   The reason is the amount of butter used.
3. 3
   This candy will not make if raining.
4. 4
   Cook sugar, syrup and water over high heat, stirring constantly until it threads, about 10 to 12 minutes. Sometimes a little longer just until it threads real good.
5. 5
   Add oleo and raw peanuts; continue to cook, stirring constantly until mixture turns darker in color and the peanuts start to crack, about 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Sometimes peanuts will not crack.
7. 7
   At once put in 1 heaping teaspoon soda and stir well.
8. 8
   Pour onto buttered cookie sheets while still foaming, spread thin.
9. 9
   Let cool and break into pieces.