Peanut Cracker Jacks

1. 1

   Mix together popped corn and peanuts in a very large bowl or roaster pan.

2. 2

   Keep warm in a 250u00b0 oven.

3. 3

   Melt margarine in a heavy two-quart saucepan.

4. 4

   Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly, using medium heat. Boil without stirring for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove from heat; stir in baking soda and vanilla.

6. 6

   Quickly pour over popcorn-peanut mixture, tossing until kernels and nuts are well coated.

7. 7

   Spread out in shallow baking pan or large sheet.

8. 8

   Bake at 250u00b0 for 45 minutes, stirring once every 15 minutes, then remove from the oven.

9. 9

   Turn out on aluminum foil to cool.

10. 10

    Break into pieces. Store in tightly covered container.

11. 11

    Makes 3 quarts and stores well in a gallon jar.

12. 12

    Mixture does not have crisp texture until cooled.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.