Caramel Popcorn

Directions

1. 1
   Spread popcorn and nuts in large shallow pan.
2. 2
   Place in preheated oven at 250° to keep warm.
3. 3
   Combine butter, brown sugar, syrup and salt in saucepan.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolved.
5. 5
   Wash sugar from sides of pan.
6. 6
   Boil until mixture reaches 248° (firm ball stage).
7. 7
   Cook 5 minutes at that degree. Remove from heat and stir in soda.
8. 8
   Pour mixture over corn.
9. 9
   Stir to coat.
10. 10
    Bake 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
11. 11
    When cool, store in tight container.