in a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar and corn syrup. microwave on high for 3 minutes or until the sugar is dissolved.

stir in peanut butter until blended. add cereal, pretzels, and M& M's; stir until coated. press into a greased 15-in. x 10- in. x 1 in. pan. cut into bars.

*NOTE: recipe was tested in an 850-watt microwave.