Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup and water in a heavy pan fitted with a candy thermometer and place over high heat. Bring mixture to a boil and add the butter, stirring until it has melted. Continue cooking until the mixture reached 350~, 20-30 minutes. In a LARGE, lightly oiled bowl, toss the […]
Popcorn
Fruit-flavor Popcorn Balls
Bring syrup and sugar to a boil. Remove from heat and add Jell-O Gelatin, stirring until dissolved. Add peanuts and pour over popcorn, mixing well. Quickly form into 1 1/2″ balls. Makes about 4 dozen.
Savory Popcorn Mix
Heat oven to 300~. Mix popcorn, pretzel sticks, nuts and crackers in ungreased 13×9″ pan. Mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over the popcorn mixture, tossing to coat evenly. Bake about 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until toasted. Serve warm. E: Prepare as above using a microwavable bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH for 4-6 minutes, stirring […]
Confetti Popcorn Balls
e popcorn according to package directions. Grease an 8″ square pan. Remove unpopped kernals from popcorn. In large greased bowl, combine popcorn with candy and peanuts. Place marshmallows and margarine in micro-safe container. Microwave on HIGH for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring once halfway through cooking. Pour marshmallow mixture over […]
Krunchy Karmel Korn Snack Mix
Heat oven to 250~. Line jelly-roll pan with foil. In foil lined pan, combine popcorn, pretzels and peanuts. In medium saucepan, combine sugar, margarine and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in baking soda and vanilla. Pour over popcorn mixture in […]
Fall Harvest Popcorn
Preheat oven to 325~. Combine popcorn, shoestring potatoes and nuts in large roasting pan. Set aside. Combne butter, dill, worcestershire sauce, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder and onion powder in small bowl; pour over popcorn mixtue, stirring until evenly coated. Bake 8-10 minutes, stirring once. Cool completely; store in airtight containers.
Nutcracker Sweets
Lightly butter jelly-roll pan. In large bowl, combine popcorn, pecans, almonds and melted butter. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Spread in buttered pan. In medium heavy saucepan, combine sugar, 1/2 cup butter and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring constantly. Continue boiling 5-10 minutes or until mixture turns a light caramel […]
O.r.s Ranch Party Mix
In large bag, place popcorn, crackers and pretzels. Sprinkle mixture with remaining ingredients except butter. Close bag; shake gently to distribute evenly. Drizzle mixture with butter. Quickly reclose bag and shake until all ingredients are evenly coated. Pour popcorn mixture onto large baking sheet and spread evenly. Bake at 300~ for 8 minutes. Cool snack […]
Mexicali Corn Bowl
In small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add taco seasoning and chives. Blend. Pour over popcorn in large serving bowl and toss lightly. Serve at once. Makes 4 qts.
Christmas Bears Snack Mix
Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Store in plastic bags or covered container. NOTE: Can change this by changing the chocolate graham bears and mini oreos for any small cookies or snacks desired.