Three-pepper popcorn

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsCorn oil
2tablespoonsOlive oil
2Garlic cloves, split
¾cupPopping corn
Salt
1Garlic clove, minced
Ds cayenne pepper
2teaspoonsBlack pepper, coarsely ground
¼cupHot pepper sauce
2tablespoonsButter, melted

Directions

Servings: 6

In a large heavy pot, heat corn oil and olive oil over high heat until the oil smokes. Add 1 kernel popping corn and heat until kernel pops. Add split garlic cloves and rest of popping corn, cover pot, and shake gently until corn starts to pop. Shake vigorously until popping subsides. Remove from heat. Remove garlic. Mix hot pepper sauce with melted butter. Toss popcorn with minced garlic, cayenne, black pepper, salt and hot pepper/butter.