Chunky Caramel Popcorn

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 250 degrees.
2. 2
   Place popcorn, cashews and pecans in a large roasting pan.
3. 3
   Combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup n a 2-quart saucepan.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat until mixture comes to a full boil (7 to 8 minutes).
5. 5
   Continue boiling 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from heat; stir in baking soda (mixture will be foamy).
7. 7
   Pour butter mixture over popcorn mixture in pan; stir well.
8. 8
   Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from oven; place onto waxed paper or parchment paper.
10. 10
    Cool completely.
11. 11
    Do not break into pieces.
12. 12
    Melt the chocolate chips and 1 tsp of shortening in a small bowl in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds or in a small saucepan over low heat until melted.
13. 13
    Separately, melt white baking chips with 1/2 tsp of shortening in a small bowl in the microwave for 30 to 45 seconds or in a small saucepan over low heat until melted.
14. 14
    With a fork or spoon, drizzle over popcorn mixture.
15. 15
    Let stand until chocolate in set (3 to 4 hours).
16. 16
    Break popcorn mixture into pieces.
17. 17
    Store in a container with tight-fitting lid or resealable plastic food bag.