Popcorn Balls - Gertrude Shadix

3 qt. popped corn

1/2 C pecans

1/2 C margarine

1 C brown sugar

1/4 C corn syrup

1/2 t salt

1/4 t soda

1/2 t vanilla

Place popcorn and pecans in greased pan and set aside. Melt margarine. Add brown sugar, syrup and salt. Bring to boil, boil 5 minutes. Do not stir. Remove from heat. Stir in soda and vanilla. Pour over popcorn and stir until well coated. Bake 300 degrees for 30 minutes. Stir after 15 minutes. Cool and break into pieces. Store in air tight container.