Peanut Brittle

Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 c. raw shelled peanuts (skins on)
- 1 c. white sugar
- 1/2 c. light corn syrup
- 1/8 tsp. salt (optional)
- 1 tsp. butter or margarine
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. baking soda

Directions:
- Stir together peanuts, sugar, syrup and salt in 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe container.
- Microwave for 4 minutes on High.
- Stir. Microwave 4 minutes longer.
- Stir in butter and vanilla. Microwave 2 minutes longer on High.
- 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.
- Yields about 1 pound.