Molasses Popcorn With Peanuts
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Candy
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 2 quarts
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2  cup           sugar
     2/3  cup           dark molasses
     1/3  cup           water
   1      tablespoon    vinegar
     1/4  cup           salt
   1      tablespoon    margarine
     1/8  teaspoon      baking soda
   5      cups          popped -- corn
   1 1/2  cups          peanuts -- shelled
 

Preparation:

1. Mix sugar,molasses, water, vinegar, and salt; cook until syrup becomes brittle when a little is tried in cold water (270 degrees on a candy thermometer). 2. Add margarine and baking soda. 3. Stir well and pour gradually over popped corn and peanuts, tossing until cool.