Appetizer for 6
Spicy Italian Popcorn
Popcorn cooks in oil, then gets tossed with garlic butter, parmesan, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
$1.50for 4 servings
$0.37 per serving$1.50 for 4
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- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Corn kernels$0.09/oz typical | 2.5 oz | $0.22Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.15Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.48Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $2.25 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
Steps
- Heat oil in a large covered pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the popcorn kernels, cover the pot, and shake occasionally until popping slows.
- Melt butter with minced garlic in a small pan over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Toss the popcorn with garlic butter, parmesan, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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