Caramel Corn - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 c. plus 2 Tbsp. white corn syrup
3/4 c. water
1 tsp. soda
1/2 lb. popcorn, popped

Preparation

Boil sugars, syrup and water together in large pan to soft-crack stage or 290\u00b0 on candy thermometer.
Add butter and melt.
Add vanilla and soda; stir until thick and creamy.
Pour over warm popcorn, mixing well.
Add nuts.
Shape into balls, if desired.