MICROWAVE PENUCHE 
1 1/2 c. nuts (chopped coarse)
2/3 c. butter
1 c. light brown sugar, packed
1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Line an 8 inch pan with foil; grease lightly.

Spread nuts in 9 inch micro-pan. Microwave uncovered, 6-7 minutes; stir 3 times.

Melt butter in 3 quart glass dish. Stir in sugar and milk until blended. Microwave uncovered on High for 7-9 minutes, stirring 4 times until sugar dissolves, mixture thickens and is a medium caramel color.

Using potholders, move to heatproof surface. Add vanilla. Beat with electric mixer 3-4 minutes until smooth and shiny. Add nuts; stir well.

Spread in prepared pan. Cool. Cover and refrigerate to firm 3-4 hours. Holding foil ends, remove from pan. Peel foil and cut into squares. Makes 36 pieces: 119 calories. Keep in cool place.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

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