Title: Microwave Pecan Brittle
Categories: Candy Microwave Christmas Holiday
Yield: 6 Servings
| 1 | c | Pecan halves |
| 1 | c | Sugar |
| 1/2 | c | Light corn syrup |
| 1/8 | ts | Salt |
| 1 | ts | Butter |
| 1 | ts | Vanilla |
| 1 | ts | Baking soda |
Stir pecans, sugar, syrup, and salt together in a 1 1/2 quart glass bowl.
Microwave on HIGH 7 to 8 minutes, stirring well after 4 minutes. At the end
of 8 minutes, add butter and vanilla. Blend well. Return to microwave and
cook on HIGH 1 to 2 minutes more. Remove and add baking soda and gently
stir until mixture is light and foamy. Pour onto lightly greased cookie
sheet and let cool 30 minutes to 1 hour. Break into pieces and store in
airtight container.