Almond Brittle


Nice alternative to the peanut variety.

Steps


Bring the water to a boil in a large , heavy saucepan over moderate heat.
Stir in the sugar and corn syrup until dissolved.
Cook to the hard-ball stage and add the almonds and salt.
Cook , stirring occasionally , to the hard-crack stage.
Remove from the heat and stir in the butter , vanilla , and baking soda.
Pour the mixture onto a well buttered slab or baking sheet and spread it out with a spatula , making it as thin as possible while it is still hot.
Cool to room temperature and break into pieces.
Store in an airtight container.

Ingredients


water, sugar, corn syrup, sliced almonds, salt, butter, vanilla extract, baking soda