Munching Peanut Brittle

This recipe makes a good peanut brittle. Plus it is super easy to make using the microwave. I never trust those candy thermometers anyway!

MUNCHING PEANUT BRITTLE

1 c. Sugar
1/2 c. white corn syrup
In 1 1/2 qt. casserole stir together sugar and syrup.
Microwave at High (10) 4 minutes.

1 c. roasted, salted peanuts
Stir in peanuts.
Microwave at High (10) 3 to 5 minutes, until light brown.

1 tsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Add butter and vanilla to syrup, blending well.
Microwave at High (10) 1 to 2 minutes more.
Peanuts will be lightly browned and syrup very hot.

1 tsp. baking soda
Add baking soday and gently stir until light and foamy.

Pour mixture onto lightly greased cookie sheet.
Let cool 1/2 to 1 hour. When cool break into small pieces and store in air -tight container.