Microwave Caramel Corn

Directions

1. 1
   Combine all ingredients except soda and popcorn in a 2-quart microwave dish.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil (3 minutes on High).
3. 3
   Stir and then cook 2 minutes more on High.
4. 4
   Remove from microwave and stir in soda.
5. 5
   Stir until foamy.
6. 6
   Put popped corn in brown paper bag. Pour syrup over corn, close bag by folding top.
7. 7
   Shake and place bag back in microwave on High for 1 1/2 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove and shake; then cook another 1 1/2 minutes on High.
9. 9
   Pour into a 9 x 13-inch pan and let cool.