Peanut Or Pecan Brittle(Microwave) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. sugar
1/2 c. white Karo syrup
1 tsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 Tbsp. baking soda
1 c. dry roasted, salted peanuts or pecans

Preparation

Combine sugar and syrup in a 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on High for 4 minutes.
Add nuts and microwave on High for 4 minutes.
Stir in butter and vanilla. Microwave on Medium 2 to 3 minutes more.
Remove and quickly stir in baking soda.
Spread brittle evenly on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
Allow brittle to cool and harden for 1 hour.
Break brittle into pieces.
Store in refrigerator to keep fresh.