I've had a long history of loving popcorn. I think now, more than ever, it has become one of my favorite foods.
One Christmas Ed bought me a huge jug full of kernels for my hand-turned style popcorn maker. I then went over to the microwave popcorn side. For years I was so-so in love with the 3 minute, fast made popcorn in a bag.
About a month ago, I was craving popcorn. Really craving it. To the point that I was ready to go out to the store just to buy some. I knew the handy bags were gone, so I started searching for some loose kernels. I knew I had some around somewhere. Alas, I found the jar with some kernels in it, but then went to look for my hand-turned style popper and then sadly remembered I sent it to Goodwill as it was no longer functional to my taste.
Think, think, think. Then! Then I thought I'd try it in a pan on the stove. Have never done this before, but I was really wanting that popcorn. For those that know me, you would be proud that I didn't even search the internet for a recipe on how much oil to use vs. kernels. I poured in oil, poured in kernels, lidded it, and started shaking over the hot flame.
After that first bowl, I was hooked. I don't believe I can go back to the 3 minute bag option. All kernels pop, which leaves less to throw away, I only put a bit of butter and salt on and off I go. And for $2 a bag, it can't be beat.
Ahhhh popcorn. I think I'll make some tonight.
6 comments:
Shake a little bit of sugar on there too, and mmmm-MMM-mmmmm!
Ooooo, what about Parmesan cheese. Mmm.
we add M&M's to ours and only pop on the stove too--have no idea what's in that "bag" stuff...
mmmm sugar!!
mmmm parmesan cheese!!
mmm M&M's!!
i think i need to make some for breakfast! or maybe should wait for brunch.
i put a little cajun seasoning on mine...yum! love popping it over the stove. reminds me of when i was a kid. happy memories!
mmmm cajun seasoning...
all such great ideas!
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