Walnut Grove Toffee

Directions

1. 1
   Butter a metal cookie sheet.
2. 2
   Combine butter, sugar, water and salt in a heavy 1 1/2-quart saucepan.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Cook, without stirring, until mixture reaches 236° (soft ball stage).
5. 5
   Stir in 2/3 cup walnuts.
6. 6
   Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches 290°.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Add soda.
9. 9
   Spread on cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Spread to 1/4-inch thickness with a greased spatula.
11. 11
    Sprinkle chips over top of toffee.
12. 12
    Let soften.
13. 13
    Spread evenly over surface of candy.
14. 14
    Quickly sprinkle with other 2/3 cup walnuts.
15. 15
    Cool several hours.
16. 16
    Break into pieces.