Submitted by Libby Williams, Ash Grove, Mo.
• 2 sticks butter
• 2 C brown sugar
• 1/2 C white syrup
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 gallons popped popcorn
Bring butter, brown sugar and syrup to a boil. Add baking soda and vanilla; mix well. Cover the popped popcorn and pour onto a baking sheet. Bake at 250 degrees for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Add nuts, if desired.