*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Basic Candy Popcorn

Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Snacks                           Popcorn

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2  cup           Water
   1      cup           Sugar
     3/8  cup           White corn syrup
   1      tablespoon    Butter
                        Oil of peppermint *
   2      drops         Food coloring
     1/2  cup           Popcorn -- popped

In a heavy saucepan put the water, sugar, corn syrup and butter. Cook
over a moderate heat to 280° on a candy thermomter. Add the oil and
the food coloring.

Stir well and pour over the popped corn.

 * You can use concentrated flavorings in place of the oil of
peppermint

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