Caramel Popcorn Balls - Chef Michael Smith

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (125 mL) of popcorn kernels
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) of vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) of water
• 1 cup (250 mL) of sugar
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) of butter
• 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of baking soda
• 1 tablespoon (15 mL) or so of fine French-style sea salt
• 1 pair of disposable sanitary kitchen gloves in your size