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Old-Time Popcorn Balls

2 quarts popped popcorn
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Place popcorn in a large bowl and set aside. In a heavy saucepan,
combine molasses, sugar, water, vinegar and butter. Cook, without
stirring, over medium heat until the mixture reaches 235° on a
candy thermometer (soft-ball stage). Add baking soda and stir well.
Remove from heat and immediately pour over popcorn, stirring gently

Printed from tasteofhome.com Aug 21, 2008

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Old-Time Popcorn Balls cont.

with a wooden spoon until well coated. When cool enough to handle,
quickly shape into 3-in. balls, dipping hands in cool water to
prevent the syrup from sticking.

Yield: 6-8 servings.