Microwave Peanut Brittle

1. 1

   Butter a large baking sheet.

2. 2

   In microwaveproof bowl, combine peanuts, sugar, corn syrup and salt.

3. 3

   Microwave on High until mixture bubbles vigorously, about 6 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove mixture from microwave and stir in butter and vanilla.

5. 5

   Return to microwave and cook on High until candy turns light gold color, about three minutes.

6. 6

   Remove bowl from microwave.

7. 7

   Working quickly, add baking soda to candy mixture and stir briskly (mixture will foam up). Immediately pour out onto prepared baking sheet.

8. 8

   Shake baking sheet from side to side to spread brittle as thinly as possible. Let stand until cold and hard, about 2 hours.

9. 9

   Break brittle into pieces.

10. 10

    Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to one month.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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