RICE KRISPIE SQUARES


1/4 cup butter or margarine
5 cups miniature marshmallows (or 40 regular marshmallows)
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract (optional)
6 cups Rice Krispies


In large saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Add marshmallows; stir until melted and
well blended. Remove from heat.

Stir in vanilla. Add cereal, stirring until coated. Using lightly buttered spatula, press 
into buttered 13x9" pan. Cool. Cut into squares.


MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:

In large microwaveable bowl, microwave butter at HIGH (100%) 30-60 seconds or until melted.
Add marshmallows, tossing to coat. Microwave at HIGH (100%) 1 to 1 1/2 minutes or until smooth
when stirred, stirring after 45 seconds. 

Stir in vanilla. Add cereal, stirring until coated. Using lightly buttered spatula, press 
into buttered 13x9" pan. Cool. Cut into squares.