Cashew Brittle

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 cup salted cashew halves
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
In a bowl, combine the sugar and corn syrup. Microwave this on high for four minutes and stir. Heat it for another three minutes. Stir in the cashews and butter. Microwave this combination for 30-60 seconds until the mixture turns a light amber color. Quickly stir in the baking soda and vanilla until it is light and foamy. Immediately pour this onto a greased baking sheet and spread it with a metal spatula. Let it chill for 20 minutes or until it is set. Then you may break it into smaller pieces and store it in an airtight container.

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Sweet Pretzel Nuggets

Here is a tasty treat for those long nights of studying for finals.
1 package of sourdough pretzel nuggets
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup sugar
1 to 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Put the pretzels in a bowl. In another bowl, combine the oil, sugar, and cinnamon. Pour this over the pretzels and toss to coat. Microwave them on high for two minutes and stir. After stirring, microwave them for another 3-4 minutes. Let them cool to room temperature and enjoy!

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Salad with Egg Dressing

Are you a salad lover? I am! Here is an awesome salad recipe that you can make for days that you’re on the go.
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup vinegar
8 cups mixed salad greens
1 small onion, chopped
bacon bits
1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
1/2 cup sliced cucumber

In a bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, and water. Then, microwave it uncovered on high for one minute. Stir in the vinegar and cook for another 1 to 1-1/2 minutes. In another bold, combine the greens, onion, bacon, tomato, and cucumber. Drizzle the greens with the warm dressing and toss it well.

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