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Popcorn-Marshmallow Christmas Trees

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Ingredients:

12 cups popped popcorn (2 bags microwave)
1/2 cup margarine or butter
3 cups mini marshmallows
1/2 package of Lime-flavored Jell-O powdered crystals
green food coloring (just a drop or two)
candy pieces to decorate the tree

 

Directions:

Spread popcorn evenly on waxed paper-lined counter or on cookie sheets. Discard any unpopped kernels. In medium saucepan, or in the microwave,  combine margarine and marshmallows and cook until melted. Add Jell-O powder and continue to cook until gelatin is dissolved.

 

Add food coloring and mix well. Pour evenly over popcorn stirring quickly to coat. Shape popcorn into a cone shape and decorate tree with candy pieces.

 

Published 12/05/08