Peanut brittle

Peanut brittle

Ingredients/Components

• sugar - 1 c
• vanilla - 1 tsp
• butter - 1 Tbsp
• baking soda - 1 tsp
• dash of salt - 1 item
• light corn syrup - 1/2 c
• raw Spanish peanuts, shelled - 1 c

How to make peanut brittle:

In a 1-quart microproof bowl, mix corn syrup, sugar, salt and peanuts. Microwave on High for 7 to 8 minutes. Stir in vanilla and butter, continue on High for 2 or 3 minutes. Mixture should be slightly browned. Add baking soda and stir quickly. Pour onto lightly greased cookie sheet, let cool. Break into pieces. Makes 1 pound. (Double cook 10 minutes. Add butter and vanilla. Cook 7 minutes, then add rest.)

Recipe categories: Desserts, Fruit, Candy.