Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Blend well and stir constantly over burner until thermometer reaches 310° or hard crack mark on candy thermometer.
2. 2
   Remove from burner, stirring constantly, and add one heaping teaspoon baking soda and 2 tsp. vanilla.
3. 3
   Stir briskly until thoroughly blended. Pour mixture on to a buttered cookie sheet or buttered foil. Allow to cool until tacky to touch.
4. 4
   Dump and stretch with hands. Allow to cool completely, then crack with back of big spoon.