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Perfectly Popped Stove Top Popcorn served in patterned bowls on red gingham napkin with loose kernels scattered on woven placemat
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4.50 from 2 reviews

Perfectly Popped Stove Top Pop Corn

Learn how to make the best stove top popcorn using this simple process, that uses just three ingredients and one pot! Skip the microwave and make tender, fluffy, perfectly popped popcorn every time.
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time4 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 214kcal
Author: Donya Mullins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup popcorn kernerls
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • salt, to taste

Instructions

  • Add olive oil to a heavy bottom pot or Dutch oven. Add 2 corn kernels to the pot set over medium-high heat. Place lid on the pot. When the 2 kernels pop, pour in the remaining kernels.
  • Place lid on and shake the pot. As the popcorn pops, occasionally shake the pot. When the kernels have stopped popping, turn off the heat and immediately pour the popcorn into the serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle on salt, then drizzle with ½ of the melted butter. Toss the popcorn, drizzle on the remaining butter, taste, and add more salt if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 262IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg