Peanut Brittle

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Peanut Brittle

Chef: Noni

Rick is a peanut brittle addict, so leave a tin on his door step if you ever need a favor or to get into his good graces.

Ingredients

• 1/2 c light corn syrup
• 1 c sugar
• 1/2 c water
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 c spanish peanuts
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp butter

Instructions

1. Combine corn syrup, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan.
2. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and bring to a boil.
3. Add vanilla and peanuts, stirring constantly until temperature reaches 375℉ on a candy thermometer.
4. Remove from the heat and stir in the baking soda and butter.
5. Grease a baking sheet. Pour brittle mixture onto prepared baking sheet and spread into a rectangle.
6. Let the brittle cool until firm and break apart.