Perfect Stovetop Popcorn (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/3 cup unpopped popcorn.
02 - 3 tablespoons olive or coconut oil.
03 - Pinch of salt or more, as you like.
04 - Butter, 1 tablespoon (only if you want to).
05 - Your choice of optional toppings like paprika or nutritional yeast.

# Instructions:

01 - In a thick, 3-quart saucepan, heat oil on medium-high heat until it’s fully liquid.
02 - Toss about 3 kernels into the heated oil and wait for them to pop.
03 - Evenly spread the remaining kernels across the bottom of the pan.
04 - Take the pan off the heat, cover it, and wait exactly 30 seconds.
05 - Put the lid back on and return the pan to the heat. Wait for popping to get going.
06 - Keep shaking the pan gently over the burner when the kernels start popping.
07 - Keep the lid slightly open so steam doesn’t build up and the popcorn stays crunchy.
08 - Once the popping slows to a few seconds between each pop, it’s nearly done.
09 - Remove the pan the moment popping has slowed significantly.
10 - Move your popcorn to a large, wide bowl right away.
11 - If you’re using it, let butter melt in the pan until it just starts turning brown.
12 - Pour the butter over the popcorn, stirring it in so it’s evenly coated.
13 - Sprinkle salt and any extra toppings you like and mix well.
14 - Give everything a good mix so it’s all combined, and serve hot with a crunch.

# Notes:

01 - Guaranteed perfect every time.
02 - No risk of burning the kernels.
03 - Toppings can be customized however you like.
04 - Quick and easy to make.

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