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Pecan Popcorn

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Pecan Popcorn

10 cups popped corn
1 cup pecan pieces
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Place popcorn in a 3-quart glass bowl; set aside.

Combine pecans, corn syrup, butter and brown sugar in a 1-quart measure.
Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened, stirring 3 times. Stir in vanilla.
Drizzle pecan mixture over popcorn and toss to coat popcorn.
Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 4 to 5 minutes or until popcorn is slightly toasted, stirring once every minute.
Let cool, stirring constantly. Store in airtight container.

Yield: 10 cups.

Melissa 'Liss' Burnell, Founder of Budget101

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