Nutcracker Sweets*

* Exported from MasterCook *

Nutcracker Sweets *

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Snacks Popcorn
Holidays Nuts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 cups Popped popcorn
2/3 cup Pecan halves
1/3 cup Unblanched whole almonds
2 tablespoons Butter -- melted
1/8 teaspoon Salt
2/3 cup Sugar
1/2 cup Butter
1/4 cup Light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon 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.

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