Homemade Cracker Jacks

Directions

1. 1
   Remove any unpopped kernels.
2. 2
   Add peanuts and set aside.
3. 3
   In saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. 5
   Turn off heat.
6. 6
   Quickly stir in baking soda.
7. 7
   Add popcorn gently with caramel.
8. 8
   Divide caramel corn between two 9 x 9-inch pans.
9. 9
   Place in preheated 250° oven and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove and immediately spread on wax paper to cool.