Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine soda, water and vanilla and set aside.
2. 2
   Place sugar, water and corn syrup in a deep 3-quart microwave-safe bowl.
3. 3
   Stir to blend.
4. 4
   Heat sugar mix, uncovered, on Full power for 20 minutes or until candy thermometer reaches 240° (soft ball stage).
5. 5
   Do not cook with thermometer in oven or use temperature probe.
6. 6
   Stir in butter until melted.
7. 7
   Add peanuts and cook, uncovered, on Full power for 12 minutes or until candy thermometer reaches 300° (hard ball stage).
8. 8
   Stir occasionally with wooden spoon.
9. 9
   Grease two cookie sheets.
10. 10
    Stir soda, water and vanilla mix into hot candy mixture.
11. 11
    Quickly pour onto prepared cookie sheets and spread to 1/4-inch thickness.
12. 12
    When cool, break into pieces and enjoy.