Monday, December 31, 2012

Popcorn Balls

(Courtesy of Lillian Nelson)

Ingredients:
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
3/8 c. corn syrup
3 qts. popped corn
1 tsp. baking soda
1 Tbsp. vinegar
Food coloring, optional

Directions:
Heat sugar, water and syrup; stirring until dissolved.  Cook until soft ball and it reaches 240 degrees on a candy thermometer.  Add baking soda and vinegar (add food coloring also if desired).  Stir (this will begin to foam) then pour over popped corn.  Mix well.  Dip your hands in water and form the popcorn mixture into balls.

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