In honor of the new baseball season upon us, today's recipe is an old favorite with a homemade twist. This sweet, crunchy treat is the perfect game-watching fare whether you're at the baseball park or on the couch. Our twist is to add a savory side to this caramel flavored classic by starting with white cheddar popcorn. The result is a home run all the way.
White Cheddar Cracker Jack
10 cups of white cheddar flavored popcorn
1 cup light brown sugar
¼ cup light corn syrup
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup lightly salted peanuts
Directions
Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a baking liner and spread popcorn in an even layer. Melt butter in a sauce pan over medium heat then add sugar, corn syrup and water, stirring frequently. Bring mixture to a bubble that reaches 250 degrees on a candy thermometer, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda. Immediately pour the caramel over the popcorn and fold it in with the popcorn, sprinkling the peanuts throughout. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring halfway between. Remove and allow to cool for a few minutes, before breaking into pieces and serving or placing in an airtight container.