Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup, peanuts and salt in a 2-quart casserole dish. Stir well. Microwave on High 8 to 9 minutes.
2. 2
   Mixture will be light brown.
3. 3
   Add butter and vanilla.
4. 4
   Blend thoroughly. Microwave on High 1 to 3 minutes until mixture reaches hard crack stage.
5. 5
   Stir in soda quickly.
6. 6
   Pour onto greased cookie sheet. Cool 1 hour. Break. Store in airtight container.