2 c. sugar
1/2 c. water
Dash of salt
1/2 c. white corn syrup
1 1/2 c. raw peanuts
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
2-3 drops red food color

Combine sugar, water, salt and corn syrup in a 2 quart glass measuring cup. Bring to a boil in microwave (approximately 3 minutes) at high. Stir and add peanuts; return to microwave and cook 7 to 9 minutes; or until a soft ball stage is reached (234 degrees). Remove from microwave, add butter, vanilla and food color. Cool and beat until creamy. Drop by tablespoon onto greased cookie sheet.