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Caramel Popcorn

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By Diana Rattray, About.com

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Cook Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

  • 3 quarts popped popcorn
  • 3 cups dry roasted mixed nuts, unsalted
  • 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup light or dark corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 250°. In a large roasting pan combine the popcorn and nuts. Place in the oven while preparing glaze.

In a medium saucepan combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt. Bring to a full boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, then continue to boil for 4 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat; stir in baking soda and vanilla, then pour over the warm popcorn and nuts, tossing to coat well. Bake another 60 minutes, stirring freqently, about every 10 minutes. Cool and break apart. Store in an airtight container.
Makes 4 quarts.

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my new favorite party snackMay 04, 2009By Radioface
"I've made this twice now, since getting a really odd gift of a popcorn maker on Christmas. I never thought I'd find a use for popcorn like this! This was a HUGE hit at school club meetings and at a wine/hoers dourves party (i know, popcorn and wine? Who knew!). I received a load of compliments. Just a twist: I added cinnamon to the mix, as well as chocolate chips during the last half hour of the final baking process (so they wouldn't burn). I'm sure you'll find your own modifications to this recipe...but it's an easy, impressive potluck idea. Thanks to the poster! *joy"

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