Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, corn syrup and water in 12-inch heavy skillet. Cook slowly over medium heat.
2. 2
   Stir constantly until sugar is dissolved.
3. 3
   Continue cooking until mixture reaches soft ball stage (236°) on candy thermometer.
4. 4
   Add peanuts and salt.
5. 5
   Cook to just beyond soft crack stage (290° to 300°).
6. 6
   Add butter and soda, stirring to blend (will foam).
7. 7
   Pour into 2 large buttered baking sheets.
8. 8
   While warm, but still firm, turn it over and pull edges to stretch the brittle to make it thinner.
9. 9
   When cold break into pieces.
10. 10
    Makes about 2 1/4 pounds.