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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Plain microwave popcorn becomes irresistible when it's yummied up with molasses, peanut butter and nuts. âThis awesome snack never lasts long around our house,â Jacque Castillo, Brookings, Oregon, notes. Ingredients:
3 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) microwave popcorn |
1 cup salted peanuts |
1 cup salted roasted almonds |
1 cup packed brown sugar |
3/4 cup butter, cubed |
3/4 cup corn syrup |
3/4 cup peanut butter |
1/2 cup molasses |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1 cup pecan halves |
Directions:
1. Pop popcorn according to manufacturer's directions. Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan, combine the peanuts, almonds, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, peanut butter and molasses. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 5 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda (mixture will foam). In a very large bowl, combine popcorn and pecans. Add hot syrup mixture and toss to coat. Spread onto greased baking sheets.
3. Bake at 250° for 1 hour or until dry, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove from pans to waxed paper to cool. Break into clusters. Store in airtight containers or plastic bags. Yield: 6 quarts.
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