Make tasty homemade cashew brittle for the holidays.

• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup butter
• 1 tsp. baking soda
• 2 cups unsalted cashew halves

Preparation -
In a large, heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and corn syrup. Cook over medium-low heat until the sugar is dissolved. Stir in the butter and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 280º. Stir in the nuts and continue to cook until a candy thermometer reaches 300º. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. Pour the mixture onto a large buttered jelly roll pan or cookie sheet. Use a buttered spatula to stretch and spread a thin a thin layer over the pan. Let the mixture harden for a few minutes, then remove from the pan and break into pieces with the handle of a heavy table knife or with a small, clean hammer. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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