Grasshopper Mint Popcorn

2 tablespoons creme de menthe
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon peppermint oil
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
4 tablespoons popcorn
4 tablespoons oil
4 tablespoons granulated sugar

Measure and mix the creme de menthe, granulated sugar, peppermint oil and salt into a small bowl. Have this mixture ready next to popper. Have bowl ready for popcorn.

Put oil, popcorn and sugar into the popper. Fasten the lid securely and hold hot pad with left hand over steam vent while stirring with the right hand. Use high heat. Popping should start in about 2 minutes. Remove from heat when popping almost stops.

Quickly open lid and pour mixture over hot popcorn; then close lid and continue stirring (no heat) until thoroughly mixed. Pour into large bowl. Cool and store in airtight container.

6 servings