5 qts. popped corn
2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. light corn syrup
1 tsp. vinegar
1 tsp. vanilla
Few drops of color (if desired)

Keep popcorn hot in oven (300 degrees). Combine sugar, water, and salt. Cut in corn syrup and add vinegar (and color if desired). Cook to hard ball stage (250 degrees). Add vanilla. Pour slowly over popcorn. Mix well to coat every kernel. Press into balls, using shortening or butter to coat hands. Makes 15 to 20 balls.