Popcorn Balls

I have been wanting to post all week, but we have been going and doing so much lately.  I started keeping a list by the computer so that when I would think of things to post, I could keep them for later when I had time to post! 

As a funny side for the day, my mom called and said that she wasn't able to read my blog from work any longer...my blog has been blocked.  I told her that they (computer gurus at work) probably didn't like the content.  I am sure it is considered "religious fanaticism".  How funny!  It gave me a good laugh for the day.

Popcorn Balls
We did take some time out this week to enjoy the cooler weather and make a yummy snack.  Now this one is not on the "healthy" list, and I didn't even try to make it healthier with honey or anything.  I just let everyone enjoy a treat!  Yum!  Here is the recipe I followed...

2 cups brown sugar
3/4 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 quarts popped corn

Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt in a saucepan; cook over low heat, stirring gently, until sugar dissolves.  Cook over medium heat, without stirring, to hard ball stage (254°). Remove from heat, and stir in butter and vanilla.  Pour over popcorn, stirring well with a wooden spoon.  Grease hands with butter and shape popcorn into balls.  (We didn't make it this far, we just put it on a plate and ate it without forming balls)  Can you tell how much they like popcorn balls?

October 10, 2007

Yum-o

Yum-o Jasmine!
That sounds tasty!!!
Thanks!

My Cup Runneth Over..
Chas

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Posted by Chas at 10:08 AM