Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly grease a cookie sheet and set aside.
2. 2
   In a heavy 2 quart saucepan, over medium heat, bring to a boil: sugar, salt, corn syrup, and water.
3. 3
   Keep stirring until sugar is dissolved, then stir in peanuts.
4. 4
   Set a candy thermometer in place and stir frequently until temperature reaches 300F.
5. 5
   Immediately remove from heat and stir in butter and baking soda.
6. 6
   Pour onto cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Using two forks, lift and pull the peanut mixture to form a rectangle about 14x12 inches.
8. 8
   Let cool completely, then snap into pieces.