Peanut Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. milk
2/3 c. white Karo
2 1/2 to 3 c. Spanish peanuts (little over 12 oz. can)

Preparation

Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Boil to a soft boil stage (240\u00b0).
This takes about 25 minutes.
Stir occasionally.
Remove and add 4 tablespoons butter, 8 to 10 drops red food color and 1 cup powdered sugar.
Beat by hand until firm.
Drop onto buttered wax paper.
Use a jar ring to make round.