Mix nuts, sugar, corn syrup and salt in glass bowl with handles.
Cook 7-9 minutes in microwave on HIGH. Mixture should bubble and nuts brown.
Quickly stir in butter and vanilla.
Cook 2-3 minutes longer. Remove from oven.
Add baking soda and stir quickly until foamy.
Pour immediately onto greased cookie sheet.
Let stand 15-20 minutes.
Break up and store in airtight container.
Makes 1 pound.