Popcorn Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Keep popcorn warm in a 275° to 300° oven.
2. 2
   Combine corn syrup, sugar and salt in a heavy, 2-quart saucepan.
3. 3
   Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Cook without stirring for 4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and food coloring.
4. 4
   Mix well. Pour syrup slowly over popcorn in a fine stream, mixing with a wooden spoon.
5. 5
   When cool enough to handle but still quite warm, shape into 2 to 2 1/2-inch balls.
6. 6
   Makes 12 to 18.