Peanut Brittle

Instructions

1. 1

   In 1 1/2 quart Pyrex bowl, place the ingredients: 1 cup sugar, 1 cup raw peanuts, 1/2 cup corn syrup (light or dark), and a dash of salt.

2. 2

   Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Stir to thoroughly mix.

3. 3

   Uncover and microwave 4 more minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in: 1 Tbs. margarine, 1 tsp. vanilla. Microwave uncovered, 1 minute; stir.

5. 5

   Then continue to microwave for 1 1/2 to 2 more minutes, checking and stirring every 30 seconds.

6. 6

   Candy should reach hard crack stage (300°F).

7. 7

   Remove from microwave and quickly stir in 1 tsp. baking soda.

8. 8

   Quickly pour onto well greased cookie sheet.

9. 9

   Cool slightly then stretch until thin.