Microwave Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   In a 1-quart glass container, combine sugar and corn syrup and stir.
2. 2
   Cook on high 4 minutes.
3. 3
   Add peanuts and stir well. Cook on high for an additional 3 1/2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add butter and vanilla, stirring well.
5. 5
   Cook on high 1 minute.
6. 6
   Add baking soda and stir gently until light and foamy.
7. 7
   Pour mixture immediately onto buttered cookiesheet.
8. 8
   Spread thinly.
9. 9
   Cool and break into pieces.