Easy Old Timey Peanut Brittle

Name: Easy Old Timey Peanut Brittle
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 unless you're really greedy!
Ingredients: Dash salt; 1/2 c white corn syrup; 1 c sugar; 2 c raw peanuts (shelled or not it's up to you); 1/4 c water; 1 1/2 tsp baking soda

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By Joan Harrell
@AntiqueChick

Mom always made this in the cast iron skillet on cold winter nights. When the weather was damp & rainy it didn't do well. As kids we would fight over who was gonna make the magic when you added the baking soda.
I suggest you put everything in the skillet and don't turn it on until you have measured out the baking soda (set aside) & buttered the cookie sheet. Things will go alot smoother if you are prepared!!
Hope you enjoy!

Rating:

★★★★★ 3 votes5

Comments:

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Serves:

8 unless you're really greedy!

Prep:

30 Min

Cook:

20 Min

Ingredients

Dash

salt
1/2 c

white corn syrup
1 c

sugar
2 c

raw peanuts (shelled or not it's up to you)
1/4 c

water
1 1/2 tsp

baking soda
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How to Make Easy Old Timey Peanut Brittle

Step-by-Step

Combine all ingredients EXCEPT the baking soda in a heavy skillet & cook until the peanuts start to pop & mixture begins to brown. Stir often so all the peanuts cook evenly. On my stove it will cook about 20 minutes on 6 1/2 from the time I turn it on.
The peanuts pop open about the time the syrup turns a carmel color. Then take off the heat & add the baking soda. Stir quickly & mix well. Pour & spread out evenly on a greased cookie sheet.
When cool break up into pieces as desired. Eat & enjoy!!

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