Microwave Cashew Brittle

Ingredients:

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup white corn syrup
1 cup cashews
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda

Directions:
In 1 1/2 qt. casserole, stir together sugar and syrup. Microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes. Stir in cashews. Microwave on high 3-5 minutes only until light brown. Add butter and vanilla, blending well. Microwave on high 1-2 minutes more. Nuts will be lightly browned and syrup VERY HOT! Add baking soda ans stir gently until light and foamy. Pour onto lightly greased cookie sheet. Cool 30-60 minutes. Break into small pieces and store in airtight container.

NOTE: You can sub 1 cup salted peanuts, or 1 cup pecan halves, or 1 cup dry roasted almonds.