DIXIE PEANUT BRITTLE

from Virginia-Carolina Peanut Promotions

Microwave Oven Method:

Ingredients:

1-1/2 cups raw shelled peanuts, skins on

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon butter

1/2 cup light corn syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

Combine peanuts, sugar, syrup, and salt in a 2 -1/2 quart microwave safe container.

700 watt oven: Microwave 4 minutes on HIGH POWER; stir, microwave 4 minutes longer on HIGH POWER. Stir in butter and vanilla. Microwave 2 minutes longer on HIGH POWER.

1200 watt oven: Microwave 4 minutes on 60 PERCENT POWER; stir, microwave 4 minutes longer on 60 PERCENT POWER. Stir in butter and vanilla. Microwave 1 minute longer on 60 PERCENT POWER.

***Add baking soda and quickly stir until light and foamy. Immediately pour onto lightly greased baking sheet; spread to 1/4 inch thickness. When cool, break into pieces. Store in airtight container.

**Note: Any cooking time adjustments necessary for lower or higher watt ovens must be made BEFORE adding baking soda.

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