Caramel Popcorn

Directions

1. 1
   Place popcorn in a 4 to 6-quart microwave-safe utensil. Combine sugar, margarine, syrup and salt in 1-quart glass batter bowl.
2. 2
   Microwave on High 1 1/2 minutes; stir.
3. 3
   Microwave on High 2 to 2 1/2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add baking soda and vanilla.
5. 5
   Stir well.
6. 6
   Pour mixture immediately over popcorn, stirring to coat evenly. Microwave on High 2 minutes, stirring midway through cooking. Turn out onto a piece of wax paper or aluminum foil to cool. Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
7. 7
   Makes 2 quarts.