Yield: 6 Servings
Measure | Ingredient |
---|---|
1 pounds | Dairy caramels |
2 tablespoons | Hot water |
2 quarts | Popcorn (to 2 1/2 qt) |
1 cup | Mixed salted nuts |
½ cup | Salted peanuts |
DIRECTIONS: Day before: In covered double boiler, heat caramels with water, stirring frequently, till smooth.
In a large bowl, toss popcorn with nuts.
Pour melted caramels over popcorn; toss until well coated. With buttered hands, form at once into about 17 2½" balls or 35 1 ¼" balls. Insert wooden skewers, lollipop fashion, if desired. Wrap each in saran; store at room temperature until served next day.
Source: Mom's old magazine clippings- 1940's to 1970's From: Sallie Austin