Caramel Corn - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 bags microwave popcorn, popped
1 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/4 c. light corn syrup
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Preparation

Place corn and nuts in brown grocery bag.
Set aside.
Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt in a 2-quart bowl. Microwave mixture on High for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring after each minute, until mixture comes to a boil.
Microwave 2 more minutes. Stir in baking soda until fluffy.
Pour over corn.
Shake well. Microwave 1 1/2 minutes.
Shake.
Microwave 1/2 minute again, then shake.
Pour onto cookie sheet or wax paper to cool.