Feb 23 2009
Caramel Popcorn
Caramel Popcorn
2 c Brown sugar
1/2 c Dark corn syrup
1 c Butter
1 ts Vanilla extract
1 pn Cream of tartar
Salt to taste
1/2 ts Baking soda
8 qt Popcorn; popped
Combine sugar, syrup and butter in saucepan. Bring to boil and cook 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add vanilla, cream of tartar, salt and baking soda. Stir until it turns lighter in color and increases in volume. Pour the mixture over the popcorn and toss to mix. Place in a roasting pan. Bake at 200 degrees for 1 hour stirring 2 or 3 times. Pour on waxed paper and separate to cool. Makes 8 quarts.
