Helping Out the Easter Bunny

Do you find yourself wondering what to do about your child's Easter basket? Perhaps you aren't a fan of giving them that massive sugar high. Or maybe they don't like chocolate. Or maybe you can't justify overpaying for candy that will be half price by Easter afternoon. No matter what the reason, you have options! I personally think homemade holiday treats make it that much more special. That's why everyone gets Christmas baskets of homemade goodies from me every year. If you're still skeptical, read on. This is a relatively quick and easy recipe that has unique flavor in a day filled with chocolate eggs, chocolate bunnies and chocolate chocolate!

Cranberry Popcorn Bars

Ingredients:
6 c. popped popcorn                       3 c. mini marshmallows                   1 tbsp. butter
1 c. dried cranberries, chopped      1 c. walnuts, chopped                      2 tbsp. orange peel
1/4 tsp. salt

Directions:

1. Place popcorn in a large bowl.
2. In a heavy saucepan over low heat, cook and stir marshmallows and butter until smooth.
3. Stir in cranberries, walnuts, orange peel and salt.
4. Mix well.
5. Pour over popcorn and toss to coat.
6. Press into a greased 11 x 7 x 2 baking pan.
7. Cool and cut into bars with a serrated knife.

Tune in tomorrow for a more traditional easter treat. It's got a few more steps than this but it was a huge hit last year with my Realtor pals!

As always, have fun!