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Homemade Microwave Popcorn

Published: Aug 5, 2011
Yields:
5 c.
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Trade "butter"-laden bagged popcorn for homemade.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup popcorn kernels
  • 1/2 tsp. canola oil

Directions

    1. Step 1In a microwave-safe medium glass bowl, mix popcorn kernels with oil.
    2. Step 2Cover with plate; microwave on High 3 to 4 minutes or until there are only 3 seconds between pops. Carefully remove plate. Season to taste.
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