Peanut patties

1. Combine sugar, water, salt and light corn syrup in a 2 quart glass measuring cup. Bring to a boil in the micro oven (will take approx. 3 minutes); stir. Add peanuts. Return to micro and cook approx. 7 to 9 minutes or until a soft ball stage (234 degrees on candy thermometer) is reached. Remove from micro; add butter, vanilla and red food coloring. Cool (10 minutes) and beat until creamy and it loses it’s gloss.. Drop by tablespoon onto buttered cookie sheet or make into two large patties. Can spoon into sprayed muffin pans.