Made this fabulous recipe tonight. Put the carmel popcorn in mason jar and topped it with a square of plaid Christmasy fabric for family and co-workers. Very easy, fast, and cheap. Excellent idea if you feel the need to give to folks, but don't have the cash or time to shop. I truly believe that people appreciate homemade gifts more than some last minute crap you pick up at the dollar general, especially when it's edible! Found several yum recipes here, including this one.
Caramel Almond Popcorn Clusters
10 cups freshly popped popcorn (1 bag microwave)
2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup light corn syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
* Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Spray 15 x 10 baking sheet with non-stick spray. Mix popcorn and almonds in large bowl.
* Combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup in medium saucepan. Over low heat, stir mixture until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high and boil 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla, almond extract and baking soda.
* Pour over popcorn and almonds, immediately stirring gently to coat. Pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly.
* Bake for 1 hour in preheated oven. Cool completely. Break into pieces and store in airtight container.
Okay, yeah, I never said it was healthy - but it sure is tasty!
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