2 c. raw peanuts
1 c. granulated sugar
1/2 c. water

In heavy saucepan or fry pan combine nuts, sugar and water. Place over medium heat; cook and stir until mixture crystalizes and coats nuts. (Crystalization occurs suddenly after it reaches a particular turning point so be prepared.)

Spread coated nuts on buttered cookie sheet and sprinkle lightly with salt. (Transfer nuts with slotted spoon or turner to avoid loose granules.) Bake at 300 degrees for 15 minutes; turn or stir nuts and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Cool and store in covered container or Ziplock bags. I include gift containers of these nuts in my Christmas baskets.