How to make popcorn without a microwave?

Depending on how much popcorn you’ll be making, heat a small or medium pot over medium heat, and then add the oil. When the oil shimmers, add in a few kernels and shake them around until they pop. Remove those kernels from the pot and add the remaining kernels. Shake around the pan for a bit, to coat the kernels with the oil. read more

For the same price, you can usually buy about 6 bags of microwave popcorn or nearly two pounds of plain popcorn kernels. If you don't have a hot air popper and don't feel like popping it on the stove, you might be tempted to reach for the convenient bags, anyway. read more

Once the popping slows, take the pan off the heat and lift the lid to let the steam out. Dump the popcorn into a bowl, and toss with melted butter or flavored oils and whatever flavorings take your fancy: salt and pepper, cinnamon and sugar, chopped fresh herbs, grated Parmesan, smoked Spanish paprika, you name it. read more