Popcorn Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Keep popcorn warm in 250 degree oven.
2. 2
   Cook first five ingredients over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil.
3. 3
   Continue cooking without stirring until mixture reaches 270 degrees on a candy thermometer or until a small amount dropped into very cold water separates into hard threads.
4. 4
   Add vanilla and stir.
5. 5
   Pour mixture over popped corn, mixing with a fork.
6. 6
   When cool enough to handle but still quite warm, form into balls.