ST. PATRICK'S DAY POPCORN

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Wow, this is another really different recipe choice for St. Pat's Day. I really look forward to trying this recipe, as I love popcorn! This would even be a great treat to give everyone on St. Pat's Day to take home after the dinner. I found this recipe on Taste of Home. com. Enjoy.

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories     Popcorn

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

KEEP WARM IN OVEN AT 250 DEGREES
4 qt popped popcorn
1 1/2 c pecans, halved
COOK
1 1/2 c sugar
1/2 c light corn syrup
1/4 tsp salt
ADD AT THE END
1/2 c butter
8 - 10 drops green food coloring
salt, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Place popcorn in a large roasting pan; keep warm in a 250° oven. Meanwhile, in a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, water, corn syrup, vinegar and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 260° (hard-ball stage).
  • 2. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Stir in food coloring. Drizzle over warm popcorn and toss to coat. Cool. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
  • 3. Prep time is 15 minutes plus cooling time

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