1 c. cocktail nuts
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. white corn syrup
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. butter

In a 1 1/2-quart casserole, stir together peanuts, sugar and salt. Microwave 8 minutes on High, stirring well after 4 minutes. Stir in butter and vanilla and microwave on High 3 minutes longer. Add baking soda and quickly stir until light and foamy. Immediately pour into lightly greased baking sheet; spread out very thin. When cool, break into small pieces. Store in airtight container.

Makes 1 pound.