Microwave Penuche
Ingredients
1 1/2 C. nuts (chopped coarse)
2/3 C. butter or oleo
1 C. light brown sugar, packed
1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
Cooking Instructions
Line an 8 inch pan with foil; grease lightly. Spread nuts in 9 inch micro-pan. Microwave uncovered, 6-7 minutes; stir 3 times. Melt oleo in 3 quart glass dish. Stir in sugar and milk until blended. Microwave uncovered on High for 7-9 minutes, stirring 4 times until sugar dissolves, mixture thickens and is a medium caramel color. Using potholders, move to heatproof surface. Add vanilla. Beat with electric mixer 3-4 minutes until smooth and shiny. Add nuts; stir well. Spread in prepared pan. Cool. Cover and refrigerate to firm 3-4 hours. Holding foil ends, remove from pan. Peel foil and cut into squares. Makes 36 pieces: 119 calories. Keep in cool place.
"But He answered and said, "It is written, 'MAN SHALL NOT LIVE ON BREAD ALONE, BUT ON EVERY WORD THAT PROCEEDS OUT OF THE MOUTH OF GOD.'" (Matthew 4:4)
