Sweet Snack Mix

• 14 cups popped popcorn
• 2 cups crisp rice cereal
• 2 cups salted peanuts
• 1 lb white candy coating
• 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup raisins (optional)
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)

1. In a large bowl, combine popcorn, cereal and peanuts.
2. In the top of a double boiler over simmering water, melt coating and peanut butter,.
3. stirring occasionally. (I actually combine the coating and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave for 1 1/2 - 2 minutes, stir, microwave for another 1 1/2 - 2 minutes, stir.
4. Pour over popcorn mixture; stir to coat. Spread evenly on waxed paper.
5. Allow to set for at least 2 hours.
6. Store in an airtight container.
7. Yield: 5-6 quarts.
8. **Note** White candy coating is found in the baking section of most grocery stores. It is sometimes labeled "almond bark" or "candy coating" and is often sold in bulk packages of 1 to 1-1/2 pounds.

popcorn, crisp rice, peanuts, coating, peanut butter, raisins, cranberries

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/sweet-snack-mix-273811 (may not work)