- 14
- 10 mins
- 40 mins
Ingredients
- 8 c popcorn, popped
- 1 c cashews pieces, salted
- 1 c m&m candies
- 1 c cranberries, dried
- 1 1/4 c sugar
- 1/2 c butter, unsalted
- 1/2 c corn syrup, light
- 1/4 tsp salt
Preparation
Step 1
1. Line a large jelly pan (or baking sheet) with foil and then spray with Pam.
2. Combine popcorn, cashews, m&m and cranberries in a large bowl.
3. Over medium heat in a large saucepan add the sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt. Stir frequently.
4. Cook 3-4 minutes until sugar is dissolved and syrup is boiling stir occasionally. Reduce heat to medium, boil without stirring for 5-7 minutes or until mixture looks a light caramel color.
5. Boil an additional 2-3 minutes or until it is a rich golden brown. Watch carefully as it will brown quickly.
6. Remove from heat and pour over popcorn, nuts and candy mixture. Stir quickly to mix well. Pour/spread as much as possible pulling apart clumps into prepared pan.
7. Cool 15-20 minutes or until warm to the touch. Break into pieces. Store in airtight containers.
8. Enjoy within 5 days of preparation.