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Expand8 cups plain popcorn, popped Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup dried cranberries Ask a question about this ingredient
6 tablespoons salted butter (3/4 stick) Ask a question about this ingredient
1 1/2 cup maple syrup (preferably grade B) Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste) Ask a question about this ingredient
1 teaspoon sea salt Ask a question about this ingredient
Toss popcorn, pecans and cranberries together in a large bowl.
Ask a question about this stepLine a large cookie sheet with foil and lightly oil.
Ask a question about this stepMelt butter in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add maple syrup, salt and cayenne and boil (still over medium heat), without stirring, until thermometer registers 280°F, about 20 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepPour over popcorn and stir immediately with a silicone spatula to coat. Then quickly spread mixture on cookie sheet in a single layer (if possible). Cool completely and break into bite-size pieces.
Ask a question about this stepTo give away, package in tins, wax paper bags or cellophane bags.
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Shuna is a pastry chef in New York City and author of the acclaimed blog Eggbeater.
This is my favorite holiday popcorn, but I wouldn't mind snacking on it for the Oscar's. Looks wonderful!