5
TIPS AND HINTS
POPCORN AMOUNTS
Note:
Premium popcorns have larger kernels,
resulting in a higher yield of popcorn. If using
premium popcorn, the yield of popped popcorn
will be about 1 cup greater than stated above.
Note: DO NOT use more than
1
⁄
3
cup of
unpopped kernels when using premium
popcorn.
The seasoning possibilities for popcorn are
endless. Just add melted butter and your
favorite seasonings.
With toppings added, popped popcorn will become
much crisper and the flavors become more intense if
it is heated with desired toppings in a 300°F oven for
about 15–20 minutes before serving. For best
results, heat it on a baking sheet that you have lined
with foil and sprayed with cooking oil.
Note: Serving bowl should not be put into oven.
It is very important to use fresh popcorn. If your
popcorn is old, the kernels will not fully pop
and/or it may take a long time for them
to pop.
SEASONING SUGGESTIONS
Cheese
Taco seasoning
Chili powders
Hot sauce
Packaged sauces (i.e. Alfredo)
Soy sauce
Italian seasoning and herbs
Butter/Seasoning ratios for popcorn:
2 tablespoons melted butter for
1
⁄
4
cup unpopped
kernels, and a minimum of 1 teaspoon of seasoning
3 tablespoons melted butter for
1
⁄
3
cup unpopped
kernels, and a minimum of 2 teaspoons of
seasoning
4 tablespoons melted butter for
1
⁄
2
cup unpopped
kernels, and a minimum of 2
1
⁄
2
teaspoons to a
tablespoon of seasoning
The amount of seasoning depends on the intensity
of the ingredients you are using – it is important to
let your taste be your guide.
Kernels
Vegetable
Oil
Popped
Popcorn
1
⁄
4
cup
1
1
⁄
2
teaspoons
Approximately
6 cups popped
popcorn
1
⁄
3
cup
2 teaspoons
Approximately
8 cups popped
popcorn
1
⁄
2
cup
1 tablespoon
Approximately
10 cups popped
popcorn
IB-5894B(0,0) 08/19/2005 05:10 Page 5
