Cracker Jack Copycat

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This recipe has never failed me. The popcorn turns out sweet, buttery and very crispy. If you want caramel corn, just use light corn syrup instead of dark.

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Steps

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Mix popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl or roasting pan.

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Keep warm in a 250f oven.

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Melt butter in a 2 quart saucepan.

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Stir in sugar , corn syrup and salt.

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Bring to a rolling boil on medium heat , stirring constantly.

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Boil without stirring for 5 minutes.

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Remove from heat and stir in soda and vanilla.

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Quickly pour over warm popcorn while tossing until well coated.

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Spread in a shallow baking pan or roasting pan.

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Bake at 250f for 45 minutes.

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Stir every 15 minutes.

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Make sure every piece of popcorn has been moved around on the bottom.

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Remove from oven and turn out onto foil to let cool.

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Store in a tightly covered container.

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Ingredients

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popped popcorn, peanuts, baking soda, light brown sugar, dark corn syrup, butter, salt, vanilla