Popcorn Cake
We have made this every holiday for many years, and our daughters are now making it for their families
6 quarts popped popcorn
1 cube butter
1/2 cup cooking oil
1 18-oz package marshmallows
1 small pkg gum drops (assorted colors)
1 cup nuts (walnuts preferred)
Cook marshmallows, butter & oil in double-boiler until all is melted & blended (takes a while, but it does happen)
In very large container combine popcorn, gum drops (whole or cut in half) & nuts. Reserve a few gum drops for decorating
Pour marshmallow mix over popcorn. Work until well mixed
Form in buttered angel food pan by spoonsful
Press down after each spoonful
Carefully push cake out of pan
Check to see if some gum drops are on outside for color
Add reserved drops to top, replace in pan
Chill 1 hour or more
Remove from pan
Cut or break to serve
Recipe submitted by Bill & Nancy on 11/29/98
