BLACK WALNUT BRITTLE

• 2 cups sugar 
• 1 tsp salt 
• 1 cup light corn syrup 
• 2 cups raw black walnuts 
• 1/2 cups water 
• 2 tsp baking soda

Combine all ingredients except baking soda and walnuts in a large skillet. Stir with wooden spoon until well blended. Cook over medium high heat until syrup comes to a full rolling boil. Add walnuts to syrup mixture. Cook 10-11 minutes or until syrup begins to turn golden. Remove from heat and stir in baking soda. Pour onto two well-greased cookie sheets evenly. Spread brittle to desired thickness and allow to cool. Remove from sheet and break into pieces by striking with the (back of a knife. Store in zip-lock bags.