Microwave Brittle

This recipe is for a 1200 watt microwave. Adjust the time for the wattage of your microwave. An 8 cup glass handled measuring bowl is recommended.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups raw cashews or raw peanuts
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup Karo syrup
• dash of salt
• 1 Tblsp. butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Directions:

• Mix first 4 ingredients in a glass bowl and cook on high for 3 minutes. Stir. Cook another 2 minutes on high.
• Add butter and vanilla and cook for 1 1/2 minutes.
• Quickly mix in baking soda. The mixture will get bubbly and light. Immediately, pour onto a silicone pad or greased baking sheet.
• Cool.
• Break into pieces.