Microwave Brittle

 

1 cup pecans

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup white corn syrup

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon butter

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon vanilla

 

Stir together nuts, sugar, syrup and salt in 1 1/2 quart bowl. Place in microwave and cook 7 to 8 minutes, stirring well after 3 1/2 minutes. Add butter and blend well. Return to microwave and cook 2 to 3 minutes more. (Nuts should be golden brown.) Add baking soda and vanilla and gently stir until light and foamy. Pour onto cookie sheet and let cool. When cool, break into pieces and store in airtight container.