How to Make Perfect Popcorn in the Microwave

​You don't need to pay the high dollar for microwave popcorn, you can make regular grocery store popcorn in the microwave and it will come out perfect every time. It's so easy!  You can also make your microwave popcorn even more delicious by putting the right seasonings on it.  Savory or sweet, seasonings always turn up the flavor!
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​Directions to Make Perfect Microwave Popcorn:
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• Pour a quarter cup of regular popcorn kernels in a microwave safe glass bowl.
• Cover the bowl with a microwave safe glass or ceramic plate.
• Microwave on high for 2 and 1/2 to 3 minutes (depending on your microwave)
• You should have no unpopped kernels.

Oil Sprayer

Now I know what you are thinking:  Seasonings will not stick to popcorn cooked without oil.  Well, there are two things you can do to help your seasonings to stick. 
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1. Spray and toss with fat free butter flavored cooking spray
2. Spritz lightly with olive or canola oil and toss 

You will probably have better sticking with the cooking spray, but if you are like me, you hesitate to use cooking spray because of all the unnatural ingredients in it.  I use this oil sprayer instead of cooking spray.  It saves me money too!
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​Garlic Parmesan Popcorn Seasoning
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• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
• Small pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)

Cinnamon Popcorn Seasoning
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• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt

For both recipes just take the bowl of popcorn and spray the kernels generously and toss, till evenly coated and then shake the seasonings on, generously, and toss again.  These seasonings also make great homemade jar gifts if you have friends that love movies, or just love popcorn!
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​No muss, no fuss, and low in calories, popcorn is a great snack for the whole family. It's also simple to make as well as delicious, and you never get tired because of all the different seasonings that you can put on it.  What more could you want in a snack?

Have a great weekend,

​Jade    :)

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