Sunflower Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Butter the sides of a heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   add Sugar, corn syrup and water and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. 3
   cook and stir over medium low heat until candy thermometer reads 260 degrees.
4. 4
   stir in sunflower seeds and butter quickly.
5. 5
   cook until 300 degrees.
6. 6
   remove from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda.
7. 7
   pour into a buttered baking pan and spread evenly.
8. 8
   cool completly and break into pieces.