Muddy Popcorn

12 cups popped popcorn 
1 (12-ounce) can (2 1/2 cups) salted peanuts (optional) 
1 (11.5-ounce) package (1 3/4 cups) milk chocolate chips 
   (We recommend NESTLÈ® TOLL HOUSE® Morsels) 
1 cup light corn syrup 
1/4 cup LAND O LAKES® Butter 

Heat oven to 300°F. 

Butter large roasting pan. Line serving plate with waxed paper.
 
Combine popcorn and nuts in prepared roasting pan. 

Place morsels, corn syrup and butter in medium heavy-duty 
saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until 
mixture comes to a boil. Pour over popcorn; toss to coat. 

Bake, stirring often, for 30 to 40 minutes. Cool slightly in pan; 
remove to prepared serving plate. Store in airtight container 
for up to two weeks. 

Makes 14 (1-cup) servings.