Homemade Cracker Jacks Recipe

In sauce pan, bring sugar and syrup to a boil. Boil 5 minutes (do not over cook). Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add 1/2 teaspoon soda. Stir well, it will foam. In large bowl put popped corn and pour sauce over. Stir to cover. Put on a large cookie sheet. Bake 45 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes. Remove from oven and spread on wax paper to cool.