Peanut Brittle

Christmas peanut brittle is a tradition at many houses. This recipe is excellent, and if you prefer you could easily substitute almonds or macadamia nuts. This recipe yields 1 pound and I recommend making multiple individual batches instead of increasing amounts for best results 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 dash salt 1 cup raw peanuts 1 tablespoon butter 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla Heavily grease baking sheet or jelly roll pan. Combine sugar, corn syrup and salt in 3 quart casserole; stir in peanuts. Microwave on HIGH until light brown, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in butter, soda, and vanilla until light and foamy. Quickly spread on greased baking sheet. Spread as thinly as possible for more brittle candy.