2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. butter
1/3 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. water
Peanuts (optional)
7 qts. popped corn

Place water in large kettle, add sugar, cream of tartar, salt, and butter. Stir well. Place over heat (medium high), but Do Not stir. Allow to boil until it gets brown around the edge of the kettle. Take off fire and add baking soda and peanuts. Stir until foaming stops. Pour popcorn into big kettle and stir well.