Maple Syrup Popcorn

1. 1

   Toss together pecans and popcorn in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Line a large shallow baking pan with foil, then lightly oil foil and a wooden spoon.

3. 3

   Melt butter in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat. Add syrup and salt, then boil, without stirring, until mixture registers 300F on thermometer, 15 to 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Pour syrup over pecans and popcorn, stirring briskly with oiled spoon to coat. Immediately spread popcorn in baking pan. Cool completely, then break into bite-size pieces.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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