Best Kevin Bacon Popcorn Recipes

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BACON POPCORN



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This is a flavorful popcorn treat that makes your mouth water and disappears fast! If you toss the cooked popcorn in a paper bag, it helps to absorb any extra grease, and keeps kernels from falling to the floor. The leftovers make nice snacks for lunch boxes.

Provided by Jeannine Ross

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Popcorn Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup bacon grease
¾ cup unpopped popcorn kernels
½ teaspoon seasoned salt, or to taste
3 tablespoons bacon bits
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Measure the bacon grease into a 6 quart pot and place over high heat. Add one or two popcorn kernels as testers. When the test kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn and cover with a lid. As the popcorn starts to pop, shake the pan back and forth constantly to keep the unpopped kernels on the bottom where they can pop. When the popping slows down, remove the pan from the heat and let it finish popping.
  • Pour the popcorn into a large bowl or paper sack. Season with half of the seasoned salt and stir. Taste before adding more salt if desired. Toss with bacon bits and shredded Cheddar cheese for an extra special treat. Store leftovers in lunch sacks or sandwich bags.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 24.7 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 200.4 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

BACON JALAPENO POPCORN



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I love the old-school sound of corn popping on the stovetop. I remember the very first time Ryder heard it¿we were up at the cabin and he walked in to investigate what the heck was making all the noise. His eyes got as big as saucers when I showed him what was going on in the pot. There's nothing like seeing stuff you usually take for granted through the fresh eyes of kids. Most kids today only know pre-popped or microwave popcorn. For more flavor and the much-deserved anticipation, there is nothing like the stovetop method. For best results use a heavy- bottomed pot with a tight- fitting lid and a good handle.

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound applewood smoked bacon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
3 jalapenos, seeded and cut into thin rings
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup popcorn kernels
3/4 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/4 cup)
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • 1. Set a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy and browned and the fat has rendered, about 8 minutes. Add the jalapenos to the pot and stir well. Cook for 2 minutes, or until the jalapenos are charred. Line a plate with a paper towel and use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon and jalapenos to the plate. Set aside.
  • 2. Add the olive oil to the pot and increase the heat to high. Add the popcorn kernels and toss well to coat them in the oil. Spread the kernels evenly on the bottom of the pot, then cover the pot with the lid. When the first kernels start to pop, very slightly uncover the pot. Shake the pot back and forth directly over the heat. Cook until the kernels stop popping, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • 3. Remove the pot from the heat and pour the popcorn into a large bowl. Add the reserved bacon and jalapenos, the Parmesan, and the salt. Toss well to mix. Serve warm.

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