Microwave Cracker Jacks - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    3 1/2 qt. popped corn
    1 1/2 c. peanuts (optional)
    1/2 c. light brown sugar
    1/2 c. dark brown sugar
    1/2 c. margarine
    1/4 c. dark corn syrup
    1/2 tsp. salt
    1/2 tsp. baking soda
Preparation
    Place corn (and peanuts) in large, brown grocery bag*.
    Combine brown sugars, margarine, syrup and salt in 2-quart glass bowl or measuring cup.
    Microwave on High for 4 minutes, stirring after every minute.
    Then microwave additional 2 minutes on High.
    Stir in baking soda.
    Pour syrup mixture over popped corn.
    Close bag and shake well.
    Microwave on High for 1 minute.
    Shake good and cook 1 more minute.
    Pour into Pam-sprayed roaster.
    Stir and cool.

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