We are all familiar with the white, fluffy, yummy-ness that is popcorn. And like many of you, I was under the impression that popcorn had to be popped either in a hot air popcorn maker or in the microwave. I have always chaffed a bit under this restriction--I don't want to purchase another small kitchen appliance, nor do I like the mess, smell, or noxious chemical flavors in microwaveable popcorn. My alarm was raised when I read an article listing microwavable popcorn at number three on a list of seven foods you should never eat. "Studies show that microwaving causes the chemicals [in the lining of the bag] to vaporize--and migrate into your popcorn".
This lead to a wonderful discover of an easy, inexpensive, and no mess way to pop popcorn in the microwave. Not only is is super easy, it's crazy cheap!
Here's the big secret: microwave popcorn in a brown paper bag! I was not convinced this was a great idea right away--I envisioned a small flaming bag of kernels, or a terrible corn kernel explosion in my kitchen. However, after successful brown bag microwave popcorn enjoyment, I am a believer!
To make microwave brown paper bag popcorn place 1/2 cup of corn kernels in a brown paper sack, fold three times to secure, and nuke for 3 minutes. Stop the microwave when popping slows to 1 or 2 pops per second. You can add butter, salt, or any sweet or savory seasoning you wish. Plus, the paper bag is recyclable; no fowl chemical-coated bag to stink up the kitchen or add to the landfill.
For more details, read this article.
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