Comments on: Thrifty Recipe- Caramel Popcorn in a bag

By: A Thrifty Mom

A Thrifty Mom — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:32:40 +0000

Sure Lindsay…..It is such a mess right now….I feel like I am living in a crisis zone…but It will be worth in the end

By: Lindsay Hendricks

Lindsay Hendricks — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:14:08 +0000

I was wondering if some day you could show us a before and after picture of your house, I know it is really none of my business I am just amazed at how much you guys are doing. We bought a 100 year old house in a couple years ago and have completely redone it but here is still more to do, we finally just tiled the dining room, you guys seem to be getting so much done in such a short period of time I would love to see the transition!

By: Ella

Ella — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:10:45 +0000

Sounds like a great recipe, but the Office Depot paper bag may not be a good idea as it was not intended for food use.

From: http://www.extension.org/pages/Unusual_Containers_for_Preparing_Food_Not_Always_Safe

•Brown paper grocery bags: Yes, brown paper grocery bags are intended to hold food. However, the food typically placed in brown paper bags is in packages or containers. Grocery bags are not a sanitary container for mixing or coating snacks (their example: with powdered sugar).

Instead, use a bowl or a zip-type plastic bag.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture does not recommend using grocery bags for cooking, either. The bag may ignite and cause a fire in the oven. The ink, glue and recycled materials can emit toxic fumes. (The latter being still a worry with microwave ovens.)

By: Tyree

Tyree — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:29:39 +0000

Just a FYI I use maple syrup (the fake stuff) it’s made of corn syrup anyway and I can get it cheaper than Karo, plus I like the maple taste it seems more carmely for me. It is a little runnier so beware, but it can make for a more gooey carmel popcorn which I like. I’ve never tried the bag before what a great idea.

By: Lisa

Lisa — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:06:42 +0000

My grandma gave me that recipe and it’s SO fun and yummy!

By: Danielle

Danielle — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:49:54 +0000

We did this as a kid! Thank you so much for the recipe-what a fun activity and treat to do with the kids!!

By: Jina

Jina — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:13:36 +0000

Looks yummy! Thanks!

By: Mary

Mary — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 04:29:48 +0000

Thanks!! Great idea yummm!

By: Evelyn

Evelyn — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:19:46 +0000

You’re a genius!! I was thinking it would be a pity to toss the paper bag, and didn’t know what to do with it. We’re doing this for sure!!

By: Janice

Janice — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:59:02 +0000

Adorable!! I LOVE IT!! Totally a great thing to do on a cold, rainy day outside!! Great movie popcorn! The kids will love it (so will I!) Thank you!!!

By: k....mom

k....mom — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:53:58 +0000

We’re trying this one after school today, THANKS!

By: Jean in Calif.

Jean in Calif. — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:48:27 +0000

Thanks I can’t wait to try it.

By: Misty

Misty — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:27:20 +0000

Awesome! Looks like a fun thing to do for Family Home Evening tonight. Now to figure a lesson to go with it – lol!

By: A Thrifty Mom

A Thrifty Mom — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:10:35 +0000

Jean just roll the top of the bag down tight and place in microwave….I have a turn table too…I just set it on top…it can’t turn…but works fine…hope that helps

By: Jean in Calif.

Jean in Calif. — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:05:58 +0000

I love caramel popcorn and this looks so easy.
Thanks for the idea.
The question I have is how do you get the big bag in the microwave? My microwave has a turntable and the bag would be to big to turn in the microwave.