Gift ideas

Pictured above is caramel, cherry, strawberry, and peach popcorn.
This year, instead of making the traditional sugar cookies I made last year, I decided to make popcorn flavor varieties instead. We are giving these treats to family this year. The caramel corn is a little generic, but very easy to make and it turns out great. The peach, strawberry and cherry popcorn were a little more creative. I remember making candied popcorn from gelatin many years ago and couldn't remember how to make it. The recipe found online used one small box of jello, serving of 4 (any flavor) 3 T. of light corn syrup, 1/4 c. butter and 1/2 c. sugar. In a greased cassorole pan (use foil greased instead) , add 7-8 c. popcorn, meanwhile mix the corn syrup and butter together and cook on medium heat; wait until it boils, then add jello powder and sugar. Let simmer for 5 more minutes and then pour evenly over popcorn. Bake for about 10 min. on 300 degrees. Be sure to mix it up the last 5 minutes of cooking. Pour on greased foil and continuously toss and mix while it cools. Makes a great gift for kids!!
Warning: Gets stuck in your teeth, so be prepared to brush hard.