*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                     "Beary" Christmas Popcorn Snacks

Recipe By     : Sue Klapper
Serving Size  : 17   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Gifts From The Kitchen           Snacks
                Food For Kids

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  16      cups          popcorn -- popped
   4      cups          miniature marshmallows
     1/4  cup           butter or margarine
   2      tablespoons   milk
     1/2  cup           smooth peanut butter
   1      tablespoon    vanilla extract
   1      teaspoon      salt
                        miniature chocolate chips
                        red cinnamon candies
                        ribbon to decorate

Place popcorn in a very large bowl.  In a medium saucepan, combine
marshmallows, butter and milk.  Stirring constantly, cook over low heat
until marshmallows are melted.  Remove from heat and stir in peanut
butter, vanilla, and salt.  Pour marshmallow mixture over popcorn and
stir until evenly coated.  Using lightly greased hands, press about 1/2
cup popcorn mixture into a 4 - 1/2 inch bear shaped mold.  Transfer to
waxed paper.  Press 2 chocolate chips and 1 candy into bear for eyes and
nose. Repeat with remaining popcorn mixture.  Cool completely.  Tie
ribbon around neck of each bear.

Source: Christmas Cheer

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