Halloween Popcorn Grunch

Directions

1. 1
   In a lg.
2. 2
   buttered bowl, combine first 4 ingredients, and set aside.
3. 3
   In med.
4. 4
   saucepan combine sugar, corn syrup and water.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil.
6. 6
   Cook, covered 3 minutes.
7. 7
   Uncover and cook, without stirring, until.
8. 8
   mixture reaches hard-ball stage (260 F), 4-5 minutes.
9. 9
   Add butter and vanilla.
10. 10
    Cook, stirring 1 minute.
11. 11
    Pour over popcorn mixture, and toss quickly to coat.
12. 12
    Turn mixture out onto greased baking sheet, and spread, using buttered hands.
13. 13
    Cool, and break into pieces.