sweet & salty party mix

How To Make sweet & salty party mix

• 1

  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• 2

  Prepare popcorn according to package directions.
• 3

  In 6 quart mixing bowl, combine popcorn, pretzels, nuts, M & M's and cereal; set aside.
• 4

  Combine butter, brown sugar and corn syrup in 2 quart saucepan, cook and stir with a Bamboo spoon over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil; continue to cook without stirring 3 minutes.
• 5

  Remove from heat; carefully stir in baking soda.
• 6

  Pour Caramel Sauce over popcorn mixture; stir until evenly coated.
• 7

  Spoon onto large pan with sides.
• 8

  Bake 30 minutes stirring occasionally.
• 9

  Remove from the oven.
• 10

  Transfer popcorn mixture to large pieces of parchment paper.
• 11

  Cool completely breaking mixture into clusters as it cools.
• 12

  Pour into large round bowl.
• 13

  Yield: 12 cups
• 14

  This recipe can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
• 15

  Pecans, walnuts or Macadamia nuts can be substituted for peanuts if desired.
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