Maple Walnut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine corn and maple syrups and sugar in a 2-quart souffle dish.
2. 2
   Cook, uncovered, at 100 percent power in a high-power microwave oven for 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from oven and stir well.
4. 4
   Stir in walnuts.
5. 5
   Cover tightly with microwave plastic wrap.
6. 6
   Cook for 11 minutes.
7. 7
   While mixture cooks, coat a large baking sheet and a metal spatula with vegetable oil.
8. 8
   Prick plastic to release steam.
9. 9
   Remove from oven and uncover.
10. 10
    Stir.
11. 11
    Pour brittle onto baking sheet.
12. 12
    With spatula, spread mixture into a thin, even layer, making sure walnuts are evenly distributed.
13. 13
    Let harden.
14. 14
    When brittle is cool, break into chunks with a wooden mallet or rolling pin.
15. 15
    Store in an airtight container.