Microwave Caramel Corn

Directions

1. 1
   Combine brown sugar, butter, syrup and salt in 2-quart glass bowl.
2. 2
   Microwave on High 3 or 4 minutes, stirring after each minute, until mixture comes to a boil.
3. 3
   Microwave 3 minutes more. Place popcorn and peanuts (and coconut, if desired) in a large brown paper bag.
4. 4
   Add baking soda to syrup mixture and stir well (it will foam!)
5. 5
   Pour over the popcorn and peanuts.
6. 6
   Close bag, shake well and microwave on High for 1 1/2 minutes. Shake well and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes more. Shake well and pour into a large roasting pan. Cool and stir to separate.
7. 7
   (This is the best caramel corn I've ever had!)