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No Fuss Caramel Corn (Microwave)

Source of Recipe

Posted by Bev


List of Ingredients

3 quarts popped popcorn
1 1/2 cup peanuts
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda


Recipe

Place popped popcorn and peanuts in a large brown grocery bag. Set aside.

Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt in a 2 quart glass bowl. Micro-cook on high for 3 to 4 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil. Cook 2 minutes longer, then stir in baking soda. Pour syrup over the corn. Close the bag and shake vigorously.

Microcook for 1/2 minutes more. Remove bag and shake. Return to microwave for 1 1/2 minutes more. Remove and shake. Pour into large roaster pan or on waxed paper. Stir as it cools. Makes 3 quarts.

Note: times may vary due to voltage of the microwave