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A sprinkle of curry powder turned Cat's popcorn improve into this mouth-watering recipe.
Serves 4, (makes about 10 cups)
Wipe the bowl and spoons with a paper towel dipped in oil so the caramel doesn't stick.
Ingredients
- 8 Tbsp. (1 stick) butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup agave nectar
- 2 tsp. mild curry powder
- ½ tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp. baking soda
- 10 cups popped popcorn (from ½ cup unpopped kernels; see "Popcorn Basics")
Directions
Total time: 35 minutesLine 2 large sheet trays with waxed paper; set aside. Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, agave, curry powder, and salt; bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly. Continue to boil, without stirring, 4 minutes; remove pot from heat and carefully stir in vanilla and baking soda until well combined.
Place popcorn in a large bowl. Working quickly, pour hot caramel over popcorn and use a spoon to coat evenly. Transfer to reserved sheet trays and spread out in an even layer. Set aside to cool completely, then serve.
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From the September 2011 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
