Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, heat sugar, syrup, water and salt to 290° using candy thermometer.
2. 2
   Add peanuts.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to medium and stir constantly.
4. 4
   Cook until syrup spins a thread 300° on thermometer, add butter, then baking soda.
5. 5
   Beat rapidly with spoon and pour on a buttered surface, spreading 1/4 inch thick.
6. 6
   When cool, break into pieces.