Candy Cane Popcorn 4 quarts popcorn 2 cups whole nuts (pecans, cashews, peanuts, etc.) 3 cups miniature marshmallows 1 1/2 cups spiced gum drops (omit the black ones) 1 cup butter 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Mix popcorn, nuts, marshmallows and gum drops in large bowl. Melt butter in heavy saucepan. Add sugar, corn syrup and bring to a boil. Stirring, simmer for 3 minutes. Add vanilla extract. Blend well. Pour over popcorn. Mix, let stand 2 minutes to cool. With wet hands, shape into cane. Wrap in plastic. Store in cool place.