pauline's cracker jacks

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90 Pinches
Toomsboro, GA
Updated on Jul 23, 2012

This recipe was given to my Mother from a dear, sweet family friend named Pauline. I make it at Christmas time to give to my neighbors and friends. They all love it and even request it. It is such a delicious snack!

prep time 1 Hr
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top
yield Makes 7 quarts

Ingredients

  • COMBINE IN A LARGE PAN
  • 7 quarts popcorn, popped
  • 1 1/2 cups peanuts
  • 1-2 cup pecans
  • IN A SAUCEPAN COMBINE
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup white karo syrup
  • 2 sticks butter or margarine
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • COOK UNTIL IT COMES TO A BUBBLING BOIL (SIMMER TYPE). SET OFF STOVE AND ADD
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla flavor
  • PUT BACK ON STOVE AND ADD
  • 1/2 teaspoon soda

How To Make pauline's cracker jacks

  • Step 1
    Then beat with a wire whisk until it foams. Pour over the popcorn and nuts and stir until coated. Put in a large greased pan. (I spray with PAM). Cook for 1 hour at 250 degrees. Stir every 15 minutes while baking.
  • Step 2
    Store in an airtight container. Note: This recipe may sound complicated but it is really easy to make and so delicious! I'll try to add a picture later.

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Category: Nuts
Category: Popcorn
Keyword: #sweet
Keyword: #gift
Keyword: #salty
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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