Cracker Jacks Gone Wild

[nverland]

Cracker Jacks Gone Wild
Serves: 14 - (1 cup servings) Prep Time: 10 Min Cook Time: 30 Min

Ingredients
8 c popcorn, popped
1 c cashews pieces, salted
1 c m&m’s candies
1 c cranberries, dried
1 ¼ c sugar
½ c butter, unsalted
½ c corn syrup, light
¼ tsp salt

Directions Step-By-Step
1 Line a large jelly pan (or baking sheet) with foil and then spray with Pam.
2 Combine popcorn, cashews, m&m’s and cranberries in a large bowl.
3 Over medium heat in a large saucepan add the sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt. Stir frequently.
4 Cook 3-4 minutes until sugar is dissolved and syrup is boiling stir occasionally. Reduce heat to medium, boil without stirring for 5-7 minutes or until mixture looks a light caramel color.
5 Boil an additional 2-3 minutes or until it is a rich golden brown. Watch carefully as it will brown quickly.
6 Remove from heat and pour over popcorn, nuts and candy mixture. Stir quickly to mix well. Pour/spread as much as possible pulling apart clumps into prepared pan.
7 Cool 15-20 minutes or until warm to the touch. Break into pieces. Store in airtight containers.
8 Enjoy within 5 days of preparation.