Popcorn Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Molasses may be used instead of syrup.
2. 2
   Cook sugar and vinegar in a heavy saucepan over moderate high heat.
3. 3
   Stir until sugar dissolves.
4. 4
   Then cook, uncovered, without stirring until a drop forms a hard ball when put into cold water.
5. 5
   Remove from heat and mix in butter and vanilla.
6. 6
   Pour over the popcorn and stir quickly until well mixed.
7. 7
   With buttered hands, shape into balls.
8. 8
   Cool on waxed paper.
9. 9
   Serves 24.