Jalapeno Peanut Brittle

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Jalapeno Peanut Brittle

The water used in this recipe is infused with jalapeno for a spicy

peanut brittle. Make as a gift for the holidays.

 

INGREDIENTS:

1 to 2 jalapenos, chopped

1/3 cup water

2 cups sugar

1 cup light corn syrup

3 cups peanuts

1 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons butter

2 teaspoons baking soda

 

METHOD:

In a glass measuring cup place jalapeno and water and microwave for 5

minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes. Drain and reserve liquid and discard

jalapenos. In a large non-stick saucepan mix sugar, jalapeno liquid and

syrup, making sure to mix well. Stir over medium heat until candy

thermometer reaches 240 degrees and add peanuts. Continue stirring until

candy reaches 298 degrees and remove from heat and add salt, butter and

baking soda, stir well. Pour onto a non-stick baking sheet and let cool

completely, break into bite-size pieces.

 

NOTES:

This is a great recipe for people who like a little spice in their life.

If you use a non-stick silicone baking sheet liners you do not have to

butter it and it improves the quality of the product.

 

Number of servings: 15