Benne Brittle

Ingredients

• 1.3 cups benne seeds (sesame)
• 2 cups sugar 
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

• frying pan
• baking sheet
• spatula

Directions

1. Cook benne seeds in a large heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring often, 8 minutes or until seeds begin to turn brown.
2. Remove from skillet.
3. Cook sugar and 2 Tbsp. water in skillet over low heat, stirring constantly, 10 minutes or until sugar is melted. Quickly stir in benne seeds and vanilla.
4. Pour onto a well-buttered baking sheet. Quickly spread to 1/8-inch thickness, using a metal spatula. Cool completely (20 minutes). Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.