Microwave Caramel Corn

Directions

1. 1
   Combine brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup and salt into a 2 quart dish.
2. 2
   Place in microwave and bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Cook on full power for 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove from microwave and stir in the baking soda, vanilla and maple flavoring.
5. 5
   Put popcorn in a brown paper bag and pour syrup mixture over the popcorn.
6. 6
   Stir with a wooden spoon.
7. 7
   Tightly close bag and shake well.
8. 8
   Cook in bag on full power for 1 1/2 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from the microwave and shake. Return to microwave and cook 1 1/2 minutes longer.
10. 10
    Remove and pour over cookie sheet to cool.