Mamma Mia Popcorn
Bring movie night snacks to the next level with this irresistible Mamma Mia Popcorn! This savory Italian-inspired treat combines fluffy, freshly popped corn with a drizzle of herb-infused butter, featuring the bold flavors of garlic, oregano, and basil. Finished with a generous sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese and a touch of black pepper, this recipe delivers a delightful harmony of salty, cheesy, and aromatic goodness in every handful. For those who love a little heat, optional red pepper flakes add just the right amount of zing. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for sharing, this gourmet popcorn is an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that’s bursting with flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup popping corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 2
Drop a few popcorn kernels into the oil. When they pop, add the rest of the kernels in an even layer.
Step 3
Cover the pot with a lid, leaving it slightly ajar to allow steam to escape, and cook, shaking the pot occasionally to prevent burning.
Step 4
Once the popping slows down to about 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat and set it aside.
Step 5
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried basil, and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6
Pour the butter and herb mixture over the freshly popped popcorn, tossing well to coat evenly.
Step 7
Immediately sprinkle the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes over the popcorn, tossing again to distribute the flavors.
Step 8
Transfer the popcorn to a large serving bowl and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 238 grams (238.0g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1184 |
| Total Fat 81.30g | 104% |
| Saturated Fat 34.10g | 171% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 133mg | 44% |
| Sodium 1878mg | 82% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.30g | 34% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.50g | 59% |
| Total Sugars 1.20g | |
| Protein 30.20g | 60% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 485mg | 37% |
| Iron 4mg | 23% |
| Potassium 385mg | 8% |
Source of Calories