Peanut brittle

1. In 1 ½ quart casserole, stir sugar and syrup together.
2. Heat 5 to 6 minutes in small microwave.
3. Stiri in peanuts.
4. Heat for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring after 2 or 2 ½ minutes.
5. Add butter and vanilla to syrup, blending well.
6. Heat for 2 or 3 minutes.
7. Peanuts will be slightly browned and syrup very hot. Add soda and stir gently until light and foamy.
8. Pour mixture onto lightly buttered cookie sheet.
9. Cool for 1 hour.
10. When cool, break in to small pieces and store in airtight container.
11. Ziplog bag is the best to store the candy in.