*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                              Popcorn Snacks

Recipe By     : TASTE OF HOME DEC/JAN 1996
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Snacks

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2  cup           butter or margarine
  16      ounces        miniature marshmallows
     1/2  cup           vegetable oil
   1      teaspoon      vanilla extract
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
   6      quarts        popped white popcorn
  16      ounces        M&ms plain chocolate candy
  16      ounces        lightly salted dry roasted

In a saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir butter and marshmallows in oil until the marshmallows are melted. Stir in vanilla and salt.
In a very large bowl, combine popcorn, M&Ms and peanuts. Pour marshmallow mixture over popcorn; mix well. Press into two greased 13x9x2" pans or two 12 cup molds. Allow to set for at least 2 hours. Remove from pans or molds and slice. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 3 to 3-1/2 dozen.





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