Caramel Corn in a Bag

Ok guys...first, I am sorry it has been so long since I have posted.  I have been so busy with family gatherings, the fish fry, work, and a wedding, that I am just now getting back to my computer.  Secondly, I am letting you in on a secret from my childhood!  This caramel corn in a bag was one of my most favorite things to eat as a kid.  I can still remember my momma popping fresh corn and throwing it in the bag and magically creating caramel corn!  I loved it!  Because of this intense love for this recipe, I have decided to share it with all of you!

Caramel Corn in a Bag:

Ingredients:
1. 4. quarts popped popcorn (or two standard-size bags).
2. 1 cup brown sugar.
3. 1/2 cup margarine.
4. 1/4 cup light corn syrup.
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt.
6. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
7. 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.

Directions:
1. Place the popped popcorn into a large brown paper bag.  Set aside.
2. In a 2-quart casserole dish, or other heat-proof glass dish, combine the brown sugar, margarine, corn syrup, salt and vanilla.  Heat for 3 minutes in the microwave, then take out and stir until well blended.  Return to the microwave, and cook for 1 1/2 minutes.  Remove from microwave, and stir in the baking soda.
3. Pour syrup over the popcorn in the bag.  Roll down the top once or twice to close the bag, and shake to coat the corn.  Place bag into the microwave, and cook for 1 minute and 10 seconds.  Remove, shake, flip the bag over, and return it to the microwave.  Cook for another 1 minute and 10 seconds.  Dump the popcorn out onto waxed paper, and let cool until coating is set.  Store in an airtight container.

My husband absolutely loves this and is already requesting I make it again.  This is not my original recipe, but it tastes wonderful all the same!  Hope you enjoy!

Happy Eating!