Microwave Peanut Brittle
What you need:
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 cup sugar
1 cup roasted salted peanuts, pecans, cashews or almonds
1 teaspoon butter or margarine
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
Combine corn syrup and sugar in 1 1/2-quart round glass microwave baking
dish; stir until well blended. Microwave on High 4 minutes. Stir in
nuts; microwave on High 3 to 5 minutes until light brown. Stir in butter
and vanilla, blending well; microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes. Add baking
soda and stir gently until light and foamy. Quickly pour onto lightly
greased baking sheet; cool.
Break into small pieces; store in airtight container.
NOTE: For clear caramel-type brittle, omit baking soda.
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Regards
John H
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