HAWAIIAN BRITTLE

Hawaiian Brittle

1/2 cup dried banana slices
1/2 cup coconut
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 (3 1/2 ounce) jar macadamia nuts
1 teaspoon butter or margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda

Butter a cookie sheet. Sprinkle banana slices and coconut in 12-inch circle on buttered cookie sheet.

In 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe casserole or 8-cup measuring cup, combine sugar and corn syrup. Microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes. Stir in macadamia nuts. Microwave on HIGH for 4 to 6 minutes or until golden brown. Stir in butter and vanilla extract; blend well. Microwave on HIGH for I minute. Add baking soda and stir gently until light and foamy. Quickly pour in thin stream over bananas and coconut on cookie sheet. Let cool 30 minutes. Break into 30 (2-inch) pieces.