Mama's Nut Brittlesave
"My mother is well-known for her Southern-style peanut brittle — sweet, crunchy, and chock-full of nuts. Growing up, I used to make it alongside her, spreading out the hot sugar syrup and nuts on a marble slab once used by my great-grandmother. The confection makes a delightful holiday gift, and this recipe's generous yield means you'll have brittle to give away and some to offer guests — just as Mama always did. Hands-on time: 25 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Makes: 2-1/2 pounds Servings: 9..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups sugar
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1 cup light corn syrup
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1/2 cup cold water
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Pinch of fine sea salt
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3 cups unsalted raw peanuts (Spanish or blanched), cashews, almonds, macadamia nuts, or a combination of nuts, coarsely chopped (see Baker's Tip below)
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for coating the baking sheet
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
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Candy thermometer
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