Place pretzels, popcorn, peanuts and broken cookies into a large paper bag or very large bowl. Set aside. In saucepan over med heat, combine brown sugar, corn syrup and butter. Cook, stirring to melt butter and dissolve the sugar, until the mixture comes ot a boil. Continue to cook for 5 min, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in salt, vanilla and baking soda. The mixture will foam up when you add the soda, so use a long spoon to stir. Immediately pour mixture over popcorn mixture in the bag. Shake until evenly coated.
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