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Turn popcorn into a snack mix for party munchers this month. (Photo courtesy of The Cincinnati Post.)

Recipe from Jolly Time.

Ingredients:

3 qts. popped popcorn
3/4 cup shredded or flaked coconut, lightly toasted
1/3 cup honey
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
dash of salt
3 Tbs. butter

Preparation:

Line a shallow pan with foil. Place popped popcorn in a baking pan. Keep warm in a 250-degree oven. Spread coconut in a shallow baking pan and toast, stirring once--about eight to 10 minutes. Combine honey, cinnamon and salt in small saucepan. Heat to boiling. Boil for two to 2-1/2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add butter and stir until melted. Pour honey mixture over popcorn. Add coconut. Toss to coat well. To make balls, place one cup of the warm mixture in center of 8-inch square of plastic wrap, one at a time. Shape into a ball. Wrap.

Yield: About 10 popcorn balls"