Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine syrup, sugar and water in heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring slowly to 230° or until syrup spins thread.
3. 3
   Add peanuts and continue to cook to 300°.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Add butter, vanilla, soda and salt and stir until blended.
6. 6
   Pour into 2 well buttered jelly-roll pans (15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1-inch).
7. 7
   As it starts to cool, pull it until thin.
8. 8
   When completely cool, break into pieces. Makes about 1 1/2 pounds.