Full Moon Harvest Blend

Ingredients:

1 (2-ounce) bag caramel microwave popping corn
1 cup dried apples, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup raisins
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoons ground allspice

Directions:

Prepare corn according to microwave package directions; discard un popped kernels.
After coating popped corn with mix in bag, place in a large bowl instead of spreading on cookie sheet.
Immediately stir in apples and raisins.
In small bowl, combine spices then sprinkle over popcorn mixture.
Toss gently to coat popcorn and fruit.

Makes 1 1/2 quart mix.

Variations: Heat chocolate chips and drizzle over popcorn. Mix thoroughly and drop by spoonful's onto a cookie sheet to harden for a chocolate delight.

Liven up your usual brown bag lunch by replacing potato chips with a bag full of popping corn that has been seasoned with your favorite topping.

Serve popcorn in a new way by baking a mixture of popcorn, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon and green onion.

Source: Best Recipes Magazine October 1992

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Cooking Tips:

Making a Roux: When making a roux, you really have to take your time! Don't try and strart it when you are in a rush, as it does take time and patience to make a goood roux!

How to Make Your Beans Creamy: When your beans start to soften, mash some of them against the pan, and blend them into the rest. You may need to add more water if they get too thick.

Cooking Rice: When making rice, the normal ratio is 2 parts water to one cup of rice. I usually bring rice and water and about a teaspoon of butter or margarine to a boil, then stir, lower the heat to a low temperature, and cover the pot. Cook for about 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let set for about 5 minutes. Stir and enjoy!

Frying Potatoes: Before you fry potatoes, if you dry them off with a paper towel or clean cloth, it helps them to brown better, and cuts down on splattering.

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