Cereal Chewy Bars

Combine cereal and peanuts in large bowl; set aside.  

Combine sugar and corn syrup in a 2-quart saucepan.  Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.  Continue boiling for 1 minute, remove from heat.  

Stir in peanuts butter and vanilla until smooth.  Immediately pour over cereal mixture, toss to coat evenly.  Stir in candy coated chocolate pieces.  

Press into a greased 13-by-9-inch baking pan.  Cool completely, cut into bars. 

Microwave Directions:  Combine cereal and peanuts in large bowl; set aside.  Combine sugar and corn syrup in a medium microwave-safe bowl.  Microwave on medium-high for 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil, stirring once.  Continue to microwave for 30 to 60 seconds.  Continue as directed above.  