Cracker Jacks

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 250°.
2. 2
   Mix popcorn and peanuts on a large cookie sheet and place in the oven.
3. 3
   Mix all remaining ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat; stir until boiling.
4. 4
   Bring syrup to hard ball stage (260° on candy thermometer).
5. 5
   This takes 20 to 25 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove popcorn from oven and quickly pour the syrup over it.
7. 7
   Place back in oven for 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Stir, every 5 so that all popcorn is coated.