Peanut Brittle from the Microwave! (The 4th Sweet of Christmas)

That's right, you heard me.  You can make peanut brittle in the microwave.  Your hands-on time is something like 15 minutes or less.  And it's delicious.

To be fair and honest, I can't take the credit for this particular batch of peanut brittle.  My mom made it and gave me a generous share.

That share happens to be gone already, but we won't discuss it.



Easy Peanut Brittle
Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 and 1/2 cup salted peanuts (roasted)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Method

1. Combine sugar, syrup and salt in a 2-quart casserole bowl (like Pyrex).  Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
2. Stir in peanuts, microwave again 2-5 minutes, stirring twice, until syrup and peanuts are lightly browned. 
3. Stir in butter, vanilla and baking soda until light and foamy.
4. Spread to a 1/4 inch thickness on a large, well-buttered cookie sheet.
5. Allow to cool completely, then break into pieces.  Store in an airtight container.

Note: For thinner brittle, let cool for 3 to 5 minutes, then pull or stretch to desired thickness.