MICROWAVE PEANUT BRITTLE

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup white corn syrup
• 1 cup raw or salted peanuts
• 1 teaspoon butter or margarine
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions:

1. In a 1 1/2-quart casserole, stir together sugar and syrup. Microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes.
2. Stir in peanuts and microwave for 4–5 minutes.
3. Add butter and vanilla, and microwave for an additional 1 1/2 minutes.
4. Quickly stir in baking soda until foamy. Pour onto a lightly greased cookie sheet and spread evenly.
5. Let cool for 30–60 minutes. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.