Fruit-Flavored Popcorn

12 servings

3 quarts popped popcorn
1 package (makes 1 quart) fruit-flavored unsweetened soft drink mix
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup water

Keep popped corn warm in a 250 degree F oven.

Combine sugar, soft drink mix, and water in a heavy saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil and cook to soft-crack stage (270 degrees F on candy thermometer). Remove popcorn from oven. Pour syrup in a steady stream over popped corn; toss to mix thoroughly. Return to oven for 10 minutes. Cool and store in an airtight container.