Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, corn syrup and water in a large heavy saucepan. Cook slowly, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
2. 2
   Cook to soft ball stage (238°).
3. 3
   Add peanuts and salt.
4. 4
   Cook to hard crack stage (300°), stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Add butter and soda; stir slightly.
7. 7
   Pour evenly into a well-greased shallow baking pan or cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Spread thin.
9. 9
   Cool partially by lifting edges with knife; when firm, turn the entire slab of brittle.
10. 10
    When cold, break into pieces.
11. 11
    Store at once in an airtight container.
12. 12
    Makes 2 pounds.