Nut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together sugar, water and syrup in a 2-quart casserole. Microwave 12 to 14 minutes or until bubbly.
2. 2
   Stir in nuts. Microwave on High for 4 to 6 minutes or until light brown. Stir coconut and vanilla into syrup.
3. 3
   Microwave on High for an additional 1 to 2 minutes or until hard crack stage is reached. Add baking soda. Stir until light and foamy.
4. 4
   Pour mixture onto a lightly greased cookie sheet. Spread to 1/4-inch thickness. Cool. Break into pieces.
5. 5
   Yields 1 pound.