Nutty for Peanut Brittle

Submitted by Ms. Brenda

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1-1/2 cups Dry Roasted Peanuts
  • 1 Tbsp. margarine
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 tsp. baking soda

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Directions:

When using a microwave be sure to have an adult assist.  The mixture below becomes very hot, so be careful while stirring!

  1. Microwave sugar and corn syrup in a large microwavable bowl on HIGH 5 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes.  Stir in peanuts.  Microwave an additional 2 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Add margarine and vanilla; stir until margarine is completely melted.  Microwave 1 minute.  Stir in baking soda.  The mixture will foam.
  3. Spread mixture onto a baking sheet.  Cool completely.  Break into pieces.  Enjoy!

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