Bacon Popcorn

Ingredients

• 4 bacon (cut into small pieces)
• 0.5 cup popcorn kernels (Orville Redenbacher type or similar)
• salt (to taste (optional, bacon is already salty))

Steps

1. 1

   Place the bacon pieces in a large skillet or a pot with a lid over medium heat.

2. 2

   Cook the bacon until it is very crispy and has released all its fat.

3. 3

   Remove the crispy bacon pieces from the skillet and set them aside on paper towels, leaving all the liquid fat in the bottom of the pot.

4. 4

   Add the popcorn kernels to the pot with the hot bacon grease and stir to coat each kernel well.

5. 5

   Cover the pot and wait for the corn to start popping. Shake the pot occasionally to prevent burning.

6. 6

   Once the popping slows to an interval of 2 to 3 seconds, remove the pot from the heat.

7. 7

   Pour the popcorn into a large bowl and sprinkle the reserved crispy bacon pieces over the top before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch of flavor, some users suggest adding a bit of brown sugar at the end for a sweet-and-salty profile. Ensure the bacon is well-cooked so the fat has the best smoky flavor.

Nutrition per serving

• appetizer
• snack
• bacon
• popcorn
• easy
• smoky