Sticky And Sweet Popcorn Food

STICKY POPCORN

Steps:

• In a very large microwaveable bowl (mine holds 32 cups) combine popcorn, marshmallows, and nuts; set aside.
• In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, bring salt, butter, sugar, and corn syrup to a boil for 3 minutes; stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and add vanilla (careful, it boils up a bit).
• Pour over popcorn mixture, stir till popcorn is well coated and marshmallows are melted (microwave if necessary in 30 second intervals) then add candy pieces.
• Eat as is or make into popcorn balls.

STICKY POPCORN

Steps:

• Combine marshmallows, butter, and brown sugar in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth, 30 to 60 seconds.
• Place popcorn in a bowl and pour marshmallow mixture over popcorn; stir to coat.

CARAMEL POPCORN (NOT TOO SWEET OR STICKY)

Steps:

• Prepare microwave popcorn as directed on bag.
• Remove any unpopped kernels.
• In 2 quart microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter on high until melted, about 1& 1/2 minutes.
• Stir in sugar and corn syrup, and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes.
• Stir in vanilla and baking soda until blended.
• Stir in popcorn, mixing well.
• (It may be a bit tricky to mix the popcorn in at first, but the more you stir, the easier it gets.) If you are using nuts, add them here too.
• Microwave on high for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes to coat popcorn evenly.
• Transfer caramel corn to tray lined with waxed paper, or parchment paper.
• Cool and break popcorn apart.
• Store in airtight container.