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Microwaveable Peanut Brittle Recipe

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A traditional Christmas favorite made in the microwave.

Microwaveable Peanut Brittle Recipe (+)

Directions

Butter baking sheet.
Combine corn syrup and sugar in mixing bowl. Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stir and place back in the microwave for an additional 2 minutes on high.
Stir in peanuts and microwave on high for 4 minutes or until mixture becomes a golden brown.
Add vanilla and butter, stirring until butter is completely melted. Microwave for 1 minute.
Remove from microwave and stir in baking soda.
Quickly spread out evenly on greased baking sheet.
Let cool completely and then break into small pieces to serve.

Container: medium glass mixing bowl, baking sheet with sides

Prep Time: 1 minute

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Serving Description: 3 pieces

Servings: 8

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Ingredients

-		1 cup sugar
-		1/2 cup light corn syrup
-		1 1/2 cups dry roasted peanuts
-		1 tablespoon butter
-		1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
-		1 teaspoon baking soda

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