Deluxe Caramel Corn

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This is from a taste of home cookbook. since i am a popcorn freak, this is awesome.

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Steps

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Place popcorn and pretzels in a large bowl , set aside.

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In a large heavy saucepan , combine the brown sugar , butter , corn syrup and salt , cook over medium heat , stirring occasionally , until mixture comes to a rolling boil.

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Cook and stir until candy thermometer reads 238f.

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Remove from heat , stir in baking soda.

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Quickly pour over popcorn and mix thoroughly , stir in peanuts.

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Turn into two greased 9x13 inch baking pans.

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Bake at 200f for 20 minutes.

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Stir.

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Bake 25 minutes longer.

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Remove from oven , add candy and mix well.

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Remove from pans and place on waxed paper to cool.

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Break into clusters.

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Store in airtight containers or plastic bags.

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Ingredients

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popped popcorn, miniature pretzels, brown sugar, butter, dark corn syrup, salt, baking soda, salted peanuts, candies