Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Grease a large cookie sheet with butter.
2. 2
   Cook sugar, syrup and water until a soft ball forms (236°).
3. 3
   Add peanuts and cook until amber colored (294°).
4. 4
   Remove from stove and add vanilla and soda.
5. 5
   Stir for 30 to 45 seconds, briskly.
6. 6
   Pour onto cookie sheet and spread out quickly to about 1 peanut thickness.
7. 7
   Once cooled, run a flat knife under it to loosen and turn onto a brown paper bag.
8. 8
   Wipe excess grease from surface.
9. 9
   When completely cooled, break into pieces.