Monday, November 22, 2010

Peanut Brittle for Thanksgiving


Wow. What an easy and great little treat for Thanksgiving Day. Peanut brittle that only takes 25 minutes to make.


Serves 20.


Ingredients:


nonstick cooking spray

2 cups sugar

1/2 cup light corn syrup

1/2 teaspoon coarse salt or sea salt

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

3 cups salted dry-roasted peanuts


Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and spray a light coat with cooking spray. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, salt, and 1 cup water. Bring to a rapid simmer over medium-high heat and cook until deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove pan frm heat. Stir in butter, baking soda, and peanuts. Stir until mixture is no longer bubbling and caramel is smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer to sheet and spread with a lightly greased spatula. Let cool until firm, 15 minutes. Break into pieces. Pass around the fun after the big dinner while the big games are playing.


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