Caramel Corn (With Peanuts)

Name: Caramel Corn (With Peanuts)
Ingredients: 12 quarts plain popped popcorn (4 bags); 1 lb peanuts; 2 cups butter; 2 lbs brown sugar (1 bag); 1/2 cup dark corn syrup; 1/2 cup molasses

6 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

12 quarts plain popped popcorn (4 bags)
1 lb peanuts
2 cups butter
2 lbs brown sugar (1 bag)
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 cup molasses

Directions

1

Place popped popcorn in two very large bowls.
2

Mix 1/2 pound peanuts into each bowl.
3

In 5 quart sauce pan combine all the other ingredients.
4

Bring to a boil over medium heat, boil for 5 minutes(no less) stirring constantly.
5

Evenly distribute the syrup between the two bowls and stir until well coated.
6

Turn coated popcorn into a large roasting pan.
7

Bake at 250 degrees for 1 hour.
8

Remove and break apart while still warm.
9

Store in air tight containers.