4 c. sugar
1 c. light Karo syrup
1 c. sweet milk
1/2 c. water
Pinch of salt
Red food coloring
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix all ingredients, except vanilla and food coloring. Bring to a boil, then add 2 cups peanuts. Bring to a boil again and boil for 3 minutes. Add 2 more cups of peanuts and boil to firm ball stage. Remove from heat and add vanilla and food coloring; then beat until creamy and stiff. Work fast at this point and drop onto wax paper in patties.