Caramel Popcorn

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 250°.
2. 2
   Place popcorn in large heatproof bowl in oven.
3. 3
   Melt butter in large saucepan.
4. 4
   Add brown sugar, corn syrup and salt.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Boil over medium heat for 5 minutes; do not stir. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and soda.
7. 7
   Pour over hot popcorn, stirring until coated.
8. 8
   Mix in nuts.
9. 9
   Pour into greased 10 x 15-inch baking pan.
10. 10
    Bake 45 minutes to 1 hour until golden brown, stirring every 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Cool and break into pieces. Store in airtight container.