Poppy Cock - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 qt. popped popcorn
2 c. brown sugar
2 sticks butter or margarine
1/2 c. white corn syrup
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
2 c. pecans (optional)

Preparation

In a large, heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup.
Bring to a boil; boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat.
Add baking soda, vanilla and salt; mix well.
Mixture will foam up.
Pour over popcorn and nuts, which have been put in 2 baking pans.
Stir well to coat.
Place in a 250\u00b0 oven for 40 minutes.
Stir every 15 minutes.
Keep in airtight container.