Caramel Popcorn

• 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

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
3. .
4. Bake at 250u0b0 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.

popcorn, peanuts, almonds, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, peanut butter, molasses, vanilla, baking soda, pecan halves

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/caramel-popcorn/ (may not work)