Old-time popcorn balls # 2

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Preparation Time:

10 Min

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Difficulty:

Easy

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Cooking Preparation of the Recipe:

2 qt Popped popcorn
1/2 c Molasses
1/2 c Sugar
1/3 c Water
1 tb Vinegar
1 tb Butter
1/4 ts Baking soda

Place popcorn in a large bowl, and set aside. In a heavy
saucepan,combine molasses, sugar, water, vinegar and butter. cook,
without stirring, over medium heat until the mixture reaches 235 F on
a candy thermometer (soft ball stage) Add baking soda and stir well.
Remove from heat and immediately pour over popcorn, stirring gently
with a wooden spoon until well coated. When cool enough to handle,
quickly shape into 3 inch balls, dipping hands in cold water to
prevent the syrup from sticking. Yield: 6-8 servings.

Origin: Reminisce, Nov/Dec 1992

Posted on GEnie's Food Wine RT on Nov 15, 1992 by THE.LARK
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Submitted By GAIL SHIPP On 06-21-95