Peanut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Power Select High. In 3-quart casserole dish, heat water and butter 1 1/2 to 2 minutes until boiling.
2. 2
   Stir in sugar and white syrup.
3. 3
   Heat 11 1/2 minutes (our microwave) or 13 to 14 minutes to 300° (but do not use thermometer while operating microwave). Quickly stir in peanuts and baking soda, stirring until soda foams.
4. 4
   Pour onto well-greased cookie sheet.
5. 5
   Spread thin.
6. 6
   Let stand until candy is hardened.
7. 7
   Break into small pieces.