Plain Popcorn

A classic homemade popcorn made simply with popcorn kernels and vegetable oil, perfect for snacking. Each kernel is popped to perfection in a covered pan until fluffy and crisp.

4 servings
3 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • cup popcorn kernels

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat oil with 3 popcorn kernels in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, covered, until 1 or 2 kernels pop. Quickly add remaining popcorn, then cook, covered, shaking pan frequently, until kernels stop popping, about 3 minutes.

    3 min