Stella'S Caramel Corn

Directions

1. 1
   In a 2 1/2-quart saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, cream of tartar and salt.
2. 2
   Heat to boiling, stirring over medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Stirring constantly, boil rapidly to hard ball stage (260°), about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Stir in baking soda quickly, but thoroughly and pour at once over popcorn in large roasting or baking pan.
6. 6
   Stir gently until all kernels are coated. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring 2 to 3 times during baking.
7. 7
   Turn out at once on waxed paper; spread apart and allow to cool completely.
8. 8
   Break apart and store in tightly covered container.
9. 9
   Makes 6 quarts.