6 qts. popped corn (1 c. unpopped)
1 c. butter
2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. Karo syrup (light or dark)

Bring last 3 ingredients to a boil stirring continuously. Turn down heat to low and boil 5 minutes. Add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Stir until foaming has thoroughly mixed syrup. Pour over popcorn (use large enough container to stir). Put into 2 large buttered pans and bake for 1 hour at 250 degrees stirring every 15 minutes. Cool and pack into airtight container. Add nuts if desired. Pecans are delicious.

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