Peanut Brittle

8 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 4 c. sugar
  • 2 c. light Karo syrup
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 4 1/2 c. raw peanuts
  • 2 tsp. soda
  • 1 Tbsp. oleo
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. 1
    In a 3 quart pot, mix 4 cups sugar, 2 cups Karo syrup, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup water.
  2. 2
    Mix and cook to 230°.
  3. 3
    Add 4 1/2 cups raw peanuts.
  4. 4
    Cook to 300°.
  5. 5
    Add 1 tablespoon oleo and 2 teaspoons soda.
  6. 6
    This will make it foam!
  7. 7
    Remove from heat and pour onto well greased cookie sheets.
  8. 8
    Work fast!
  9. 9
    Makes 4 1/2 pounds.

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