Popcorn

Back in December, I was gearing up for my first Christmas tree and it was decided that this one would be a classic popcorn-and-cranberry rendition. Not finding any microwave popcorn that was unbuttered, I decided to purchase a bag of kernels and pop them the old-fashioned way—stovetop. That single $1.79 purchase has lasted six months now (and counting), despite a routine (I’d say weekly) habit of popping. For this reason, I highly suggest investing in this two-pound delicacy. This way, you can make your popcorn to your liking—with butter or oil (or both), with gobs of salt or none, with spices—chili, cayenne, and pepper is a good combo—or with cheese—try Parmesan and pecorino. You’ll have such a surplus; when you’ve finished the bag, you’ll have perfected your snack!