Caramel Corn - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 qt. popped popcorn (1/2 c. unpopped)
1/2 c. oleo
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla
3 c. unsalted nuts
1 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. light or dark corn syrup
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Preparation

Combine popped corn and nuts in a large roasting pan.
In medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, oleo and salt.
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Boil for 4 minutes without stirring.
Remove from heat and stir in baking soda and vanilla. Pour over popcorn and nuts; toss to coat well. Bake for 60 minutes in a 250\u00b0 oven, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool and break apart.
Store in airtight container.
Makes 4 quarts.