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Nutty Caramel Corn




Source of Recipe


Shanny






List of Ingredients



• 6 qts. freshly popped corn (about 1 cup unpopped)
  
• 1 cup pecan halves *
  
• 1 cup cashews *
  
• 1 cup butter or margarine
  
• 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
  
• 1 tsp. salt
  
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  
• .
  
• * substitute any nutmeats of your choice for these
  






Instructions



1. Combine popped corn & nuts in a large roasting pan; set aside.
   
2. Melt butter in a large saucepan; stir in sugar, syrup & salt.
   
3. Bring to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly
   
4. Boil over medium-low heat for five minutes without stirring (or until candy thermometer registers 250F.
   
5. Pour over popcorn & nuts; toss to coat.
   
6. Spread onto large rimmed baking sheets and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes, until crispy.
   
7. Let cool completely; serve, or store in an airtight container until ready to serve.