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Chocolate Almond Brittle

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 pound dark or milk chocolate confectionery coating

In a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar, corn syrup and
salt; mix well. Microwave on high for 2-1/2 minutes. Stir in almonds;
microwave on high for 2-1/2 minutes. Add the butter and vanilla;
microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir in baking soda. As soon as

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the mixture foams, quickly pour onto a greased metal baking sheet.
Cool completely. Break into 2-in. pieces. Melt chocolate coating in
a double boiler or microwave. Dip one side of brittle in chocolate
and place on waxed paper to harden. Store in an airtight container.

Yield: about 1 pound.