Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup and water in saucepan; cook over low heat until mixture comes to a boil.
2. 2
   Add peanuts and cook until candy thermometer registers 290°.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Add butter, salt, vanilla and baking soda, mixing well.
5. 5
   Spread thinly onto 2 buttered cookie sheets.
6. 6
   Cool and break into pieces.
7. 7
   Yield: about 2 pounds.