This recipe is the same one (minus the vanilla) my mother has been using for 20 years. There is another way to cook this - use the microwave. After mixing the popcorn and caramel, divide the corn into two paper grocery bags. Microwave each bag for 30 - 40 seconds, remove the bag from the microwave and shake it. Repeat microwaving and shaking for a total of 4 times for each bag. Open the bags carefully and spread out the corn to cool - breaking up any large pieces. Clean up is easy - just throw away the bags.

Reviewed On: Jan. 14, 2003

This recipe is the best. I have made it several times with rave reviews from the whole family (including 8 and 13 year olds). It takes a little time to chop the meats up but once it starts to cook, it is well worth the time. It produces wonderful smells through out the house. One thing to note - this is not what I would think of a "casserole" more like a stew or a soup. I serve it over rice or potatoes with crusty bread.

Reviewed On: Oct. 21, 2002