5 qts. freshly popped popcorn (unsalted)
1 c. raw peanuts
1 c. butter
2 c. light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c. dark corn syrup
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Combine popcorn and peanuts in a lightly greased roasting pan. Mix well and set aside.

Melt butter in a large saucepan. Stir in sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil and boil five minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in soda, salt and vanilla.

Pour sugar mixture over popcorn mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Bake for 1 hour at 250 degrees, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool and store in air tight container.