Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together peanuts, sugar, syrup and salt in 1 1/2-quart casserole.
2. 2
   Place in microwave oven and cook 7 to 8 minutes, stirring well after 4 minutes.
3. 3
   Add butter and vanilla.
4. 4
   Blend well with syrup.
5. 5
   Return to microwave 1 to 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Add baking soda.
7. 7
   Stir until mixture is light and foamy.
8. 8
   Pour onto lightly greased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Let cool 1/2 to 1 hour.
10. 10
    When cool, break into pieces.
11. 11
    Yields 1 pound.