Favorite Caramel Corn

1. 1

   Heat oven to 200F.

2. 2

   Combine popcorn and peanuts, if desired, in large roasting pan; set aside.

3. 3

   Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt in 3-quart saucepan.

4. 4

   Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes or until mixture comes to a full boil.

5. 5

   Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda.

7. 7

   Carefully pour hot syrup mixture over popcorn and peanuts in pan; stir until well coated.

8. 8

   Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, 1 hour or until caramel corn is crisp.

9. 9

   Immediately place caramel corn onto waxed paper.

10. 10

    Cool completely.

11. 11

    Break into bite-sized pieces.

12. 12

    Store in tightly covered container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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