Recipe: Peppermint Brittle (microwave)

PEPPERMINT BRITTLE

5 (6 inch each) candy canes, broken in small pieces
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon butter or margarine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda

Spread candy cane pieces evenly on lightly greased cookie sheet (if using non-stick don't grease). Set aside.

In 1 1/2 quart casserole, mix sugar and syrup. Microwave on high 4 minutes.

Stir. Microwave on high 3-5 minutes, until light brown.

Add salt, butter and vanilla and mix well. Microwave on high 1-2 minutes.

Add baking soda and gently stir until light and foamy.

Pour over candy canes on cookie sheet.

Cool 30-60 minutes. Break into small pieces.

Makes 1 pound
Source: Melodee French