Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, molasses, corn syrup and water in a heavy three quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
3. 3
   Increase heat to medium and cook without stirring to 234F Add butter and continue cooking to 285F stirring constantly to avoid burning.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Add baking soda, vanilla and peanuts and mix well.
6. 6
   Pour into two lightly buttered baking sheets spreading as thinly as possible.