Microwave Nut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Spray cookie sheet and metal spatula with the cooking spray.
2. 2
   In a 2-quart microwavable glass measuring cup or bowl stir sugar, corn syrup and salt with a wooden spoon until mixed.
3. 3
   Microwave on High (100%) 7 to 8 minutes or until syrup is pale yellow.
4. 4
   (CANDY SYRUP IS VERY HOT. HANDLE CAREFULLY; DO NOT TOUCH HOT MIXTURE.) Stir in nuts.
5. 5
   Microwave 1 to 2 minutes or until nuts are lightly browned.
6. 6
   Immediately stir in margarine, vanilla and baking soda until foamy.
7. 7
   Quickly pour onto prepared cookie sheet; spread evenly with spatula.
8. 8
   Cool; break into pieces.
9. 9
   Store in tightly covered container.