Peanut Brittle

Boil together syrup, water and sugar until mixture spins a light thread or to the crackling stage on candy thermometer.

Add peanuts and cook until peanuts begin to pop.

Remove from heat and add salt and soda.

Stir until a golden brown and pour onto a well buttered cookie sheet.

If a darker brown is desired, return to heat a few seconds before pouring on cookie sheet.