Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup and water in a heavy 3-quart pan.
2. 2
   Mix and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Cook until mixture reaches 285°.
4. 4
   Remove from heat at once.
5. 5
   Stir in peanuts and margarine.
6. 6
   Return to heat, stirring, until mixture reaches 295°.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Stir in vanilla and baking soda.
9. 9
   Stir to blend (fast).
10. 10
    Mixture will foam.
11. 11
    Pour on large buttered baking sheet.
12. 12
    Break in pieces when cold.