Lemony Popcorn

It's Patio and Pool season, so here's another great treat that's easy to make and only needs six minutes for the popcorn to pop. The lemon flavour is perfect for any mid-afternoon munchies.

You can also try orange zest instead of lemon for a different, slightly sweeter, version.

Adapted from Food.com



Ingredients
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 tsp grated lemon zest
1/4 tsp salt (to taste)
pepper (optional)
fresh parsley (optional)
2 quarts hot popped corn

Directions

Combine the butter, lemon zest, salt, and (optional) pepper and parsley uncovered in a small saucepan and heat until butter is melted.

Place the hot popped corn in a large serving bowl and pour the mixture over top.

Toss popcorn until thoroughly blended and serve immediately.

Chocolate Popcorn Trail Mix

INGREDIENTS

2 ounces chocolate chips
2 cups popped popping corn
2 cups Kashi Organic Bite Size Whole Wheat Cereal
1 cup dried cranberries

DIRECTIONS

Melt chocolate on low heat in medium, heavy-bottomed pot, stirring until completely smooth. Remove from heat.

Add popcorn and cereal; toss to evenly coat.

Spread into single layer on large piece of waxed paper. Cool. Toss with cranberries before serving.

Store in airtight container at room temperature.