Microwave Peanut Brittle

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup white Karo syrup
• 1 cup raw peanuts
• 1/8 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1 tsp. butter (no substitute)
• 1 tsp. baking soda

Directions

In a microwavable bowl, combine sugar, Karo syrup, peanuts and salt. Cook 7 to 8 minutes on high; stir after 4 minutes. Remove from microwave and add vanilla and butter. Cook 1 to 2 minutes longer, or until it starts to get a light brown in color. Remove and add baking soda. Stir and pour on a greased cookie sheet.

By Robin from Washington, IA

Answers:

Microwave Peanut Brittle

My sister gave me this recipe many years ago and I have used it every Christmas since, just remember to stir very quickly on the last step or it will start to set and stick to the bowl. This is a very good recipe. (11/02/2005)

By Denise