*  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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