Peanut Brittle - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. granulated sugar
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 c. white corn syrup
1 c. raw or roasted peanuts
1 tsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda

Preparation

Mix the first 3 ingredients in a 1 1/2-quart casserole.
If raw peanuts are used, add at this point.
Microwave on High 4 minutes.
Stir.
If roasted peanuts are used, add at this point. Microwave on High 3 to 5 minutes, until light brown.
Add the butter and vanilla to syrup, blending well.
Microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes.
Most peanuts will be lightly browned and syrup will be very hot.
Add the baking soda; gently stir until light and foamy.
Pour mixture onto greased cookie sheet.
Let cool 1/2 to 1 hour.
Break into small pieces.