Microwave Peanut Brittle - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. light corn syrup
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. pecan halves
1 tsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda

Preparation

In round 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe dish, combine corn syrup and sugar.
Stir until well blended.
Microwave on High (100%) power for 4 minutes.
Stir in nuts.
Microwave on High power 4 to 6 minutes or until light brown. Stir in butter and vanilla, blending well.
Microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes. Add baking soda and stir gently just until light and foamy. Quickly pour onto lightly greased baking sheet.
Cool.
Break into small pieces and store in airtight container.
Makes about 1 pound.