Caramel Popcorn

Directions

1. 1
   Pop popcorn in microwave.
2. 2
   Place popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag.
3. 3
   **Make sure you separate all unpopped kernels from popcorn before putting in bag.
4. 4
   You don't want to bite down on unpopped kernels** Set aside the bag.
5. 5
   In a deep glass bowl, combine brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup and salt.
6. 6
   Microwave this mixture on high until it starts to bubble.
7. 7
   Stir and continue to cook on high for 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Add baking soda to brown sugar mixture and stir until it becomes frothy.
9. 9
   Carefully pour syrup mixture over the popped popcorn in bag and shake to coat.
10. 10
    (Mix is very hot).
11. 11
    Fold down bag and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes.
12. 12
    Remove bag, shake to coat.
13. 13
    Fold down bag and microwave again on high for 1-1/2 minutes.
14. 14
    Remove bag, shake to coat.
15. 15
    Fold down bag and microwave one last time for 30 seconds.
16. 16
    Shake to distribute caramel and break apart.
17. 17
    I put this into an airtight container, but continue to break apart until cooled.