RECIPES

Sweet and Salty Cashew Brittle

Active Time

20 Minutes

Servings

Makes

1 1/2 pounds

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup light corn syrup
1 cup salted roasted cashews
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons butter, cubed
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ounces Weyauwega Star Dairy Parmesan cheese, shaved (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Cheese

Look for the Proudly Wisconsin Badge when shopping for cheese. Any brand of Wisconsin Parmesan can be used in this recipe.

Instructions

Coat a 17 x 12-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 2-quart, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 5 minutes.
Stir in cashews and salt. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3 minutes. (Mixture will be hot!) Stir in butter. Microwave on high for 2 minutes longer.
Stir in baking soda and vanilla. (Mixture will foam.) Pour immediately onto prepared pan. Sprinkle with parmesan and dried cranberries. Cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Recipe Tip

This recipe was tested with a 1,250-watt microwave.

Cheesemonger Tip

Everyone will love the buttery, sweet and nutty flavors of parmesan cheese; it complements both sweet and savory recipes. Use a vegetable peeler or cheese planer to easily shave the parmesan.