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SHAKE UP MOVIE NIGHT WITH CRAZY (HEALTHY) POPCORN RECIPES
Popcorn is considered to be a fairly healthy snack by most experts, especially when compared to other salty treats, like corn chips. Unfortunately, microwave popcorn is another matter. Many popular popcorn brands use trans fats, which the Centers for Disease Control estimate are related to 20,000 heart attacks and 7,000 deaths annually. Additionally, a study from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health identified a connection between the chemical diacetyl, used to flavor microwave popcorn, and cases of lung disease in workers at popcorn factories. For popcorn lovers, the answer is clear: Make popcorn yourself! Pour ¼ cup of popcorn kernels into a regular brown paper bag, fold the top of the bag shut tight, then pop in microwave for about two minutes, or until popping slows to a second between pops. Voila! Fresh popcorn with no factory chemicals. If you’re craving some fun flavors, try these simple recipes.
RORI
“My daughter takes a private voice lesson every Tuesday
with Brianna, and she absolutely loves her. Rori has made tremendous progress with Brianna as her instructor. Even a former instructor of mine agreed and said keep going. Since Rori has begun voice lessons, she has seen a few other instructors, too. We would recommend Dawn and Valerie, as well. The experience at Expressions has been absolutely wonderful.” –Jennifer (mother of Rori)
Traditional Butter
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then drizzle it along the sides of a brown paper bag. Pour your already popped popcorn into the bag until it’s half full, close the bag tight, and shake vigorously. In no time, you’ll have perfectly buttered popcorn!
Cinna-sugar Bliss
This is a great recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth. Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of sugar to 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Drizzle onto the edges of a brown paper bag, add popped popcorn, and shake well!
Sriracha Sesame Celebration
Here’s to the adventurous popcorn lovers! Combine 1 tablespoon Sriracha, 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Sprinkle half over popcorn and shake well inside of bag. Repeat with remaining mixture. Whether you’re preparing for a movie marathon or need an after- school snack, any of these recipes will be tasty alternative to the chemicals saturating microwave popcorn. Enjoy!
RICK M.
“I wasn’t sure how I would feel taking guitar lessons as an older person since it’s been 45 years since I’ve played an instrument. Everyone at Expressions made me feel very comfortable and welcomed me with much enthusiasm. Matt got me playing and reading music in no time, and I’m very excited about my musical future. This will help keep my mind sharp and fingers nimble, and I couldn’t be more excited.” –Rick M.
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