Kids Can Cook- Family Popcorn Party

Kids Can Cook- Family Popcorn Party
By Megan Hogan
Health Coach, Savvy Kitchenista and founder of TakeoutIntervention.com

There’s nothing like sitting around as a family, piled up on the sofa to watch a movie together. And what goes better with a movie than popcorn? Nothing I can think of.

Bags of microwaveable popcorn can be really expensive and aren’t very healthy. With this recipe, you’re able to make a healthy family favorite just as fast as the convenient options in the grocery store for much less money.

To make it extra kid-friendly, let them make the popcorn and choose their own favorite seasonings. Some favorites include parmesan cheese, cinnamon and sugar, or extra butter and sea salt.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Serves 3

• ½ cup unpopped popcorn kernels
• 1 teaspoon oil (olive or coconut)
• Seasalt to taste (optional)
• 1 brown paper bag
• 1 serving bowl

Here’s what you do:

1. Combine popcorn kernels and oil in bowl
2. Put in brown paper bag
3. Fold top of bag to close (twice for good measure)
4. Microwave upright for 2 ½ minutes
5. Put in serving bowl and enjoy
6. If adding toppings, they’ll stick best when popcorn is hot.

Note: If the bag falls on its side, the popcorn will burn.

Found this helpful? I’d love to hear from you!

My mission is to support you to bridge the gap between knowing you should be eating healthier and actually doing it. With easy recipes that can be made faster than calling for takeout and a fun and flexible approach to healthy living, I hope to make your life more delicious.

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