Title: Nutcracker Sweets *
Categories: Appetizer
Yield: 1 Servings
| PATTI - VDRJ67A |
| 4 | c | Popped popcorn |
| 2/3 | c | Pecan halves |
| 1/3 | c | Unblanched whole almonds |
| 2 | tb | Butter; melted |
| 1/8 | ts | Salt |
| 2/3 | c | Sugar |
| 1/2 | c | Butter |
| 1/4 | c | Light corn syrup |
| 1/2 | ts | Vanilla |
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 color, stirring
occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over popcorn and
nuts. Toss to coat. Spread out to cool and harden. Break apart and store in
loosely covered container. Makes 8 cups.