Peanut Brittle - 2 Pounds
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Course : Cakes
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 2
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      cups          Sugar
   2      cups          Peanuts
   1      cup           Light corn syrup
   1      teaspoon      Vanilla
   1      cup           Water
   1      teaspoon      Baking soda
   1      tablespoon    Margarine or butter
 

Preparation:

Generously butter 2 cookies sheets. In large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Cook until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until candy thermometer reaches hard crack stage (300xF.), stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour onto cookie sheets; spread as thin as possible. Cool completely; break into pieces. Store in airtight container in cool dry place. Makes 2 lbs.