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Microwave Peanut Brittle

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This International main features Sugar, White corn syrup, Peanuts, roasted and salted, Butter. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 669.3
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This International main features Sugar, White corn syrup, Peanuts, roasted and salted, Butter. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup White corn syrup
  • 1 cup Peanuts, roasted and salted
  • 1 teaspoon Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
Directions
  1. 1
    In a 1 1/2 qt.
  2. 2
    microwaveable casserole dish, stir together sugar and corn syrup.
  3. 3
    Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
  4. 4
    Meanwhile, lightly grease a cookie sheet (can also use an unbuttered non-stick coated cookie sheet).
  5. 5
    Stir in peanuts and microwave on high for another 4 minutes, until light brown.
  6. 6
    Add butter and vanilla to syrup, blending well.
  7. 7
    Microwave on high 1 minute 45 seconds more.
  8. 8
    Peanuts will be lightly browned and syrup VERY hot.
  9. 9
    Add baking soda and gently stir until light and foamy.
  10. 10
    Pour mixture quickly onto prepared cookie sheet.
  11. 11
    Let cool 1 hour.
  12. 12
    When cool, break into small pieces and store in an airtight container.
  13. 13
    Cleanup isn't as bad as it looks!
  14. 14
    Once casserole dish has cooled, fill with water and add all utensils used in preparation.
  15. 15
    Let soak a short while and the candy will all dissolve away!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 669.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.4g47%
Saturated Fat 4.2g22%
Cholesterol 2.7mg1%
Sodium 21.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 92.3g31%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%
Sugars 72.6g
Protein 15.6g32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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