2 c. sugar
1 c. water
1/16 tsp. salt
1/2 lb. shelled peanuts

Measure sugar, water and salt into a 3-quart pan and stir until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Cover tightly and boil for 3 additional minutes. Remove cover and continue cooking until syrup takes on a rich caramel color. Spread peanuts in a buttered shallow pan. Pour caramel syrup over the peanuts and let cool.