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Step 1
Instructions for 1000 watt microwave. Lightly grease a standard baking sheet, or cover with parchment paper or use a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a large microwave safe bowl stir together the sugar, corn syrup and salt. Microwave on high for 4 minutes or until bubbly and the sugar dissolves. Stop and stir at 2 minutes, halfway through cooking.
Step 3
After cooking for 4 minutes total, add the peanuts. Stir until coated.
Step 4
Return to the microwave cooking for an additional 3 minutes stopping to stir halfway.
Step 5
After cooking the peanuts in the syrup for 3 minutes, add cubed butter. Stir and return to the microwave, cooking for 1 minute.
Step 6
Remove from microwave. While stirring, add the vanilla and baking soda. The mixture will foam continue to stir until it does down slightly.
Step 7
Quickly pour onto the prepared pan or silicon mat and spread to approximately 1/4-inch thickness. You may use an offset spatula spritzed lightly with cooking spray.
Step 8
Allow to cool completely then break into desired size pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. (Makes about 1 1/2 lbs)