POPCORN CARAMEL CRUNCH 
4 c. popped popcorn
1 c. dry roasted peanuts
1 c. chow mein noodles
1/2 c. raisins
1 c. sugar
3/4 c. butter
1/2 c. light corn syrup
2 tbsp. water
1 tsp. ground cinnamon

In a large greased bowl, combine first 4 ingredients. Set aside. In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, corn syrup and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture reaches soft crack stage (280 to 290 degrees) with candy thermometer. Remove from the heat. Stir in cinnamon. Pour over popcorn mixture; stir until all ingredients are evenly coated. Immediately pour onto a greased 15 x 10 x 1 inch pan. When cool enough to handle, break into pieces. Store in covered containers to enjoy later or to give as gifts. Yield 8 cups.

 

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