Microwave Cracker Jacks

Name: Microwave Cracker Jacks
Ingredients: 3 1/2 qt. popped corn; 1 1/2 c. peanuts (optional); 1/2 c. light brown sugar; 1/2 c. dark brown sugar; 1/2 c. margarine; 1/4 c. dark corn syrup; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. baking soda

8 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

3 1/2 qt. popped corn
1 1/2 c. peanuts (optional)
1/2 c. light brown sugar
1/2 c. dark brown sugar
1/2 c. margarine
1/4 c. dark corn syrup
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Directions

1

Place corn (and peanuts) in large, brown grocery bag*.
2

Combine brown sugars, margarine, syrup and salt in 2-quart glass bowl or measuring cup.
3

Microwave on High for 4 minutes, stirring after every minute.
4

Then microwave additional 2 minutes on High.
5

Stir in baking soda.
6

Pour syrup mixture over popped corn.
7

Close bag and shake well.
8

Microwave on High for 1 minute.
9

Shake good and cook 1 more minute.
10

Pour into Pam-sprayed roaster.
11

Stir and cool.