Stovetop Popcorn, Grown-Up

• 10 min
• Serves 4
• Dale the Dishwasher

"Microwaves are for leftovers." Dale the Dishwasher

The Goods

Tap each one as you gather it. Changing the servings changes these amounts, not the pan or the times, so keep an eye on it.

• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp fine salt
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

The Method

1. 01

   Heat the oil and 3 kernels in a large pot over medium-high until they pop.

2. 02

   Add the rest of the kernels, cover, and shake often until the popping slows.

3. 03

   Toss with the butter, salt and paprika.

Dale the Dishwasher says: Crack the lid a hair. Steam makes popcorn sad.