Classic Popcorn Balls Recipe

Fall is here, and with it comes the delightful fall treats everybody loves! Be a hit at your kid’s school Halloween party or community fall festival with these easy-to-make, gluten-free favorites. You can always add in your favorite candy pieces to make this yummy treat even more special for a special occasion. 

Ingredients:

• 7 quarts popped popcorn, unbuttered and unsalted
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Food coloring (optional)
• Chunks of candy (optional)

Directions:

• After popping popcorn, place in a large baking pan; keep warm in a 200° oven.
• In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, water and salt. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 235° (soft-ball stage).
• Remove from the heat. Add the butter, vanilla and food coloring if desired; stir until butter is melted. Immediately pour over popcorn and stir until evenly coated.
• When mixture is cool enough to handle, quickly shape into 3-inch balls, dipping hands in small amounts of cold water frequently to prevent sticking.

Prep time: 20 minutes | Makes 20 servings

Source: TasteOfHome.com

Recipe- Spinach and Ham Mini-Quiches

Make Mom’s breakfast in bed memorable this year with these healthy, easy-to-prepare mini-quiches.

Ingredients:

• 1 (14.1 oz.) package refrigerated rolled piecrust
• 4 large eggs
• 3/4 c. half-and-half
• 1 (10-oz.) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1/3 c. finely chopped smoked ham
• 2 Scallions, chopped
• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh dill
• 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F with oven rack in the lowest position. Unroll one pie crust and cut into 12 (4-inch) rounds using a cookie cutter or edge of a drinking glass. Fit rounds into a lightly greased 12-cup muffin tin, pressing up and slightly over sides of each cup. Chill 10 minutes in refrigerator.
• While chilling pastry, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, spinach, ham, scallions, dill, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Spoon into crusts, dividing evenly.
• Bake until puffed and set- approximately 22-25 minutes. Check periodically to avoid over-browning.
• Serve warm.

(Recipe credit: CountryLiving.com)