Caramel Popcorn Balls

Serves:

Ingredients:

1/2 c Packed brown sugar
1/4 c Margarine or butter
1/2 c Dark corn syrup
1/4 ts Salt
8 c Popped popcorn

Method:

For holidays or special occasions, tint popcorn balls with a few drops.
Heat all ingredients except popcorn to boiling in Dutch oven over medium-hi heat, stirring constantly.
Boil and stir 2 minutes; remove from h Stir in popcorn until well coated; cool slightly.
Dip hands into cold water.
Shape mixture into 8 balls, each about 2-1/2 inches in diameter.
Place on waxed paper; cool.
Wrap individually in plastic wrap, or place in plastic bags and seal.
8 POPCORN BALLS; 205 CALORIES PER BALL.
To Microwave: Mix all ingredients except popcorn in 3- or 4-quart microwavable bowl or casserole.
Microwave uncovered on high about 2 minutes boiling.
Stir until smooth.
Microwave uncovered about 1 minute long or until boiling.
Stir in popcorn.
Continue as directed.