Bacon Jalapeño Popcorn

Bacon Jalapeño Popcorn is a little bit spicy, a little bit meaty, and packed with flavor!

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 8 cups popped popcorn, hot
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter*
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced**
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat skillet over medium-low heat; cook bacon for 5 to 8 minutes or until crispy and golden brown. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain. Wipe pan with paper towel.
2. Add butter, jalapeños and salt to pan; cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until jalapeños are very tender.
3. In a large bowl, toss together hot popped popcorn, bacon, jalapeños and Parmesan, if using.

Notes

* Substitute butter with olive oil or a small amount of the bacon fat.

** Omit 1 jalapeño pepper for less spice.

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: Popcorn Board