Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Mix baking soda, teaspoon water and vanilla.
2. 2
   Set a side.
3. 3
   Mix sugar, 1/2 cup water and corn syrup in a heavy pot.
4. 4
   Stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Cook over medium heat unitl it reaches 240* on candy thermometer.
6. 6
   Add butter and nuts.
7. 7
   Cook until mixture reaches 290* on candy thermometer.
8. 8
   Immediatly turn off heat.
9. 9
   Quickly stir in baking soda mixture until light and fluffy.
10. 10
    Pour onto greased half sheet pan, spray with cooking spray.
11. 11
    Roll with a marble rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick.
12. 12
    Cool completely: at least 1 hour.
13. 13
    Break into small pieces and store in an air tight container.
14. 14
    Makes about 3 lbs.