Baked Caramel Corn

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 250F Coat the bottom and sides of a large roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2. 2
   Place popped popcorn in roasting pan.
3. 3
   In a heavy pan, slowly melt butter; stir in brown sugar, corn syrup and salt.
4. 4
   Heat to a boil, stirring constantly; boil without stirring for 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove from heat; stir in baking soda and vanilla.
6. 6
   Gradually pour over popped popcorn, mixing well.
7. 7
   Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove from oven, cool completely.
9. 9
   Break apart and store in tightly-covered container.