Honey and Spice Crunch

Maryland Jim's Note:

Another recipe from Southern Living. Very nice for entertaining and parties.

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 3 quarts

• 3 quarts popped corn
• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup light corn syrup
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1⁄8; teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup dried fruit , bits (2 (0.9 oz)

Directions:

1. Pour popcorn into a bowl coated with cooking spray, set aside.
2. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; stir in honey and next 3 ingredients . Bring to a boil over medium heat; stirring constantly. Boil; without stirring, 7 minutes or until candy thermometer registers 250°F.
3. Remove from heat . Stir in cinnamon, soda, and vanilla, pour over popcorn, stirring to coat. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 15X10 inch jellyroll pan.
4. Bake at 250 degrees for 25 minutes or until golden, stirring every 5 minutes. Stir in dried fruit; cool. Serve in airtight containers.