Preparation / Directions:
In a large heavy saucepan, combine corn syrup, sugar, vinegar, water, and salt. Bring to a boil and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 230 degrees F on a candy thermometer. Stir in butter and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 260 degrees F. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and soda. Place popcorn 1 in a large bowl. Pour syrup over popcorn; stir to coat completely. Quickly add marshmallows, peanuts, butterscotch morsels, and chocolate morsels. Stir well. Using buttered hands to prevent sticking, quickly form mixture into small balls. Cool on a sheet of aluminum foil. Wrap each ball in plastic wrap; will keep for up to 1 week. makes about 16 3-inch balls
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