Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup, water and salt in a thick bottom 4-quart pan.
2. 2
   Cook on high heat, adding peanuts when temperature reaches 240°.
3. 3
   When temperature reaches 300°, remove from fire.
4. 4
   Stir in baking soda and pour immediately on greased aluminum foil.
5. 5
   Smooth over and rake down only once.
6. 6
   Break into pieces when hard.