Today has been such a gloomy day. It's raining and cold...and raining...and cold. The little princess and I have decided to make this a lounging day by sitting downstairs in our PJ's, enjoying some of our favorite brown paper bag popcorn, and ODing on Netflix movies.
I don't know about you, but I grew up in the house where rainy days called for a fresh pot of something hot simmering on the stove, filling the house with a delightful aroma. Most times my mom would have a pot of lima beans or soup simmering. Rainy days also called for lounging around in the cozy atmosphere of our den (living room) with blankets wrapped around us. Of course I would love to keep up the cozy tradition with my children; however, today I have nothing to simmer on the stove, so we pulled out our brown paper bags, popcorn kernels, and got to popping!
Since I have been inclined to begin making my popcorn this way, I have not purchased any microwaveable popcorn, which makes it almost 2 years since doing so. I just have a preference now to indulge in the greasy saltiness of my own brown paper bag popcorn. But I will say that it is not something that I indulge in frequently. It's more like once a month that I do so.
If you have a young child like I do, then you know that they always want to help cook and clean. If you're a controlling OCD parent like me, then you know how hard it is to find something for them to help you cook or clean. Popping popcorn is one of the easiest activities that we can do together while bonding over junk food. The princess enjoyed today's bonding moments so much that I decided to share with my readers because I know how important it is to bond while being lazy :) Below I have listed all that you will need to make this a wonderful experience for you and your little one. Be it a rainy day, a lazy afternoon, or family movie night, I'm sure that your little one will enjoy being able to make their own popcorn, and you will enjoy the taste of this delicious treat. ENJOY :-)
Things You Will Need:
- 1/2 cup - 1 cup of popcorn kernels (I prefer yellow kernels)
- Brown paper bag (lunch sack)
- Movie theater butter oil blend (I used Kernel Season's)
- Butter Seasoning (Again I used Kernel Season's)
First measure at least 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels and pour into brown paper bag. Remember the more kernels, the more popcorn. I don't like a full bag so typically a 1/2 cup makes the perfect amount for me.
Next fold the top of paper bag over twice and put in microwave to cook. I typically pop my bags for no more than 1 minute and 15 seconds.
Lastly, pour at least 5 dashes of the oil blend into the bag and shake to mix all around. WARNING THE OIL BEGINS TO SEEP THROUGH THE BAG SO PREPARE FOR THE MESSINESS. You can stop with the 5 dashes or sprinkle more oil, it's all about your preference. I typically pour a little more.
Afterwards season with your butter seasoning and shake the bag. Season to your liking.
In the words of my little one, "TADAAA!" you have successfully achieved your brown paper bag popcorn! ENJOY!
P.S. All of the items used were found in the popcorn/chips section of my local grocery store. There may be different brands and flavors at your store of preference. Either way try your best to have as much fun being lazy and indulging in a little greasy pleasure.
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