Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, peanuts, syrup and water in saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over low heat until mixture comes to a boil.
3. 3
   Cook until candy thermometer registers 290°.
4. 4
   Remove from heat and stir in soda. Spread thinly onto 2 buttered cookie sheets.
5. 5
   Cool and break into pieces.
6. 6
   Yields about 2 pounds.