10 cups popped corn
1 cup pecan pieces
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Place popcorn in a 3-quart glass bowl; set aside.

Combine pecans, corn syrup, butter and brown sugar in a 1-quart measure. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened, stirring 3 times. Stir in vanilla. Drizzle pecan mixture over popcorn and toss to coat popcorn. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 4 to 5 minutes or until popcorn is slightly toasted, stirring once every minute. Let cool, stirring constantly. Store in airtight container.

Yield: 10 cups.