Microwave Peanut Brittle - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. fresh peanuts
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. light corn syrup
pinch of salt
1 tsp. oleo or butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. soda

Preparation

Combine peanuts, sugar, syrup and salt in 1 1/2-quart casserole.
Microwave on High for 7 to 8 minutes; stir well for 4 minutes.
Add butter and vanilla to syrup; blend well.
Peanuts will be lightly browned and syrup very hot.
Add soda; stir gently until light and foamy.
Pour mixture onto greased cookie sheet.
Let cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Break into pieces. Store in airtight container.