Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium heavy saucepan, combine sugar, water and syrup. Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved.
2. 2
   Continue cooking, stirring constantly, to hard crack stage or until mixture reaches 285° on a candy thermometer.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Add peanuts and baking soda; beat for 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Immediately pour mixture into a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
6. 6
   Let cool completely in pan.
7. 7
   Break into pieces in pan.
8. 8
   Makes 1 1/4 pounds.