Plain Popcorn

Method

1. 1

   Gather ingredients: 30 ml vegetable oil, 100 g popcorn kernels. Tools needed: 3-quart heavy saucepan with lid.

2. 2

   Add oil and 3 kernels to the saucepan, cover, and heat over moderate heat until kernels pop.

3. 3

   Quickly add remaining kernels to the pan and cover.

4. 4

   Cook while shaking pan frequently until popping slows to several seconds between pops.