Carmel Corn

In my home growing up we would always have caramel corn and watch the firework on the 4th of July.  We didn't do it very often besides that so it brings back special memories for me.  Recently our good friends moved back to Pennsylvania for school and we made them a treat bag to eat along the way.  It is a long drive and a good supply of sugar is needs. Caramel corn definitely satisfies that need. 
(A candy thermometer is recommended but not necessary)

What you need:
5 Quarts popped corn
2 C brown sugar (remember brown sugar is to be packed when measuring)
1/2 C light corn syrup
1/2 c butter
salted peanuts

What to do:

Combine sugar, butter and corn syrup in a sauce pan.  Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture boils.  Simmer for 5 minutes.  If using a candy thermometer you should cook it to a soft ball.  Remove from heat, pour over popped cor, stirring until all corn is coated.  Add peanuts while stirring caramel mixture if desired.