Wednesday, November 16, 2011

From Rachel Ray...Pecan Pie Popcorn


I had some free time last night to begin reading my newest edition of EveryDay with Rachel Ray.  This recipe sounded SO good that I wanted to share with those of you who may not read her magazine.  Also, as I was reading, I kept thinking this would be wonderful packaged up and given as gifts for teachers, neighbors, the bus driver, etc.  Another idea would be to include this treat as part of a gift basket with the theme of "A night in" or something along those lines---include some DVD's or board games that your recipient(s) would love as well as other snacks and hot cocoa mix, a snuggle throw....I could go on, but use YOUR imagination and have fun with it!

Pecan Pie Popcorn

1/2 C maple syrup
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 stick butter
1/4 tsp. salt
7 cups popped pocorn
3/4 C chopped pecans

In pan, cook syrup and sugar over medium heat, whisking, 5 minutes.  Whisk in butter and salt until thickened, 5 minutes.  Mix popcorn, nuts and maple butter on parchment lined sheet.  Spread evenly; bake at 250 degrees for 20 minutes. 
Serves 8 (really???  Not in THIS house!)

4 comments:

  1. I think I'll make some of this for gifts. Thanks for the fun idea!

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  2. Did you actually make it or did you post it for us to try out? If you made it, I'd love to know what you thought.

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  3. Hi Fawn,
    It's on my list of things to try--posted as a (timely) idea I thought others may enjoy/find helpful. Please DO post if you try this & let us know your feedback!

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