heat 1st 3 ingredients over med. heat until mixture comes to full boil, stirring occasionally. boil, without stirring, 6-8 min. until pale golden brown. continue boiling 2-3 min. until a shade darker, stirring to distribute color. stir in cashews, cook 1-2 min. more.

remove from heat. stir in baking soda. pour onto foiled & buttered baking sheet & spread into thin layer. sprinkle with salt. cool completely & break into pieces.