CRACKER JACKS GONE WILD

CRACKER JACKS GONE WILD! Serves: 14 - (1 cup servings) 8 c popcorn, popped 1 c cashews pieces, salted 1 c M&M candies 1 c cranberries, dried 1 1/4 c sugar 1/2 c butter, unsalted 1/2 c corn syrup, light 1/4 tsp salt Line a large jelly pan (or baking sheet) with foil and then spray with Pam. Combine popcorn, cashews, m&m and cranberries in a large bowl. Over medium heat in a large saucepan add the sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt. Stir frequently. Cook 3-4 minutes until sugar is dissolved and syrup is boiling stir occasionally. Reduce heat to medium, boil without stirring for 5-7 minutes or until mixture looks a light caramel color. Boil an additional 2-3 minutes or until it is a rich golden brown. Watch carefully as it will brown quickly. Remove from heat and pour over popcorn, nuts and candy mixture. Stir quickly to mix well. Pour/spread as much as possible pulling apart clumps into prepared pan. Cool 15-20 minutes or until warm to the touch. Break into pieces. Store in airtight containers. Enjoy within 5 days of preparation.