Olive Oil Micro-Wave Popcorn..Save $$$

(Note: Fresh kernels will pop better than kernels that have been sitting in your cupboard for years.)

INGREDIENTS
6  tablespoons popcorn kernels
1  tablespoon olive oil
1/4 -1/2  tsp salt 

DIRECTIONS
In a large microwave-safe glass bowl (a 2.5 quart mixing bowl or larger ) add olive oil and salt. Microwave for 20 seconds to help the salt dissolve. 

Remove from the microwave, stir oil and salt, then add the popcorn kernels. Stir the kernels until they are all coated with the olive oil. Press the kernels into a single layer on the bottom and sides of the bowl as best you can. (You end up with less un-popped kernels when they are in a single layer.)

Cover the bowl of kernels with a lid that allows for venting. I used a plastic pyrex lid set askew so that the top of the bowl wasn't totally covered, but the opening wasn't large enough to let any popcorn fly out. You could also cover the bowl in parchment paper, and tuck the ends underneath the bottom of the bowl, then poke holes in the paper on top.

Place the covered vented bowl back in the microwave and heat for about 3-4 minutes on high or until there is 2 seconds between pops. It may take less or more time depending on your microwave. Bowl will be hot. Toss the popcorn to evenly coat with the oil/salt.

Do a happy dance, pat yourself on the back, and enjoy your uber-healthy and super tasty popcorn!