Popcorn Bars

Are you looking for something a little different this weekend? Maybe something sweet but just a touch of salty? I saw this recipe for Popcorn Bars and it looked so good I knew I had to share it. It’s pretty simple to make but the end result is simply delicious. Just perfect to celebrate our last weekend in July!!! Bon Appetit!

adapted from Real Simple

5 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 (10-oz.) pkg. miniature marshmallows, divided

9 cups popped, salted popcorn (from 1 [3.29-oz.] microwavable bag)

1 cup miniature pretzel twists

1 cup roasted, salted peanuts, coarsely chopped, divided

Cooking spray

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium. Remove and reserve 1 cup marshmallows; add remaining marshmallows to saucepan. Cook, stirring often, until just melted. Remove from heat and fold in popcorn, pretzels, ¾ cup chopped peanuts, and remaining 1 cup marshmallows.

Coat a 13- by- 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Press mixture into prepared pan and sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup peanuts. Let set until firm, about 30 minutes. Cut into 3- x 3¼-inch bars and serve.