I’ve been on a popcorn kick for at least the past month, maybe more. Practically have to have it on a daily basis. At first, I was getting the traditional bagged microwave popcorns but I’ve figured another way which is almost as easy. Pour kernel popcorn (about 2 tablespoons worth) into a microwaveable bowl with a pat of butter and salt if desired. Cover with a paper towel or you’ll have kernels flying all over the microwave. A few minutes later, voila! The larger the bowl the more unpopped kernels you’re going to get because of uneven heat distribution.

It’s perfectly crispy because the microwave dries it out unlike the air popper which I’ve had no luck with. That contraption invariably gives me chewy stick-to-your-teeth popcorn. That’s one kitchen gadget that I’ve realized, in hindsight, I could’ve done without. Not because I don’t need it, but because it functions poorly.

Although pre-packaged microwave popcorns are much more convenient, the paper bags have Teflon which can be harmful to your health. I still have it sometimes for the simplicity, but lately, I’ve found this method as a simple substitute.