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Have you ever wondered why some popcorn doesn't
taste as good as it should? Popcorn is a natural product.
It's grown in a field, harvested, stored, cleaned and packaged.
It's not mixed with other things, cooked, crushed or modified in any
way.
As a natural product, it responds to variables like humidity, light and
oxygen. The farmer does everything he can to grow the best
popcorn, but some things will affect the taste and popping
experience. What you do at home can affect it too.
For best results, after you open your popcorn bag,
always store your popcorn in a glass jar, or some other airtight
container. Store it in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.
TOO
MUCH MOISTURE:
If your popcorn, when you pop it, has a slightly gummy texture or pops
up like foam, it might be too moist (by approximately 1%). You can
put some kernels on a plate and leave it on your counter for a day, then
see if it improves.
TOO
DRY:
If your popcorn tastes tough after you pop it (too dry by approximately
1%), it may improve with a little added moisture. The ratio is one
teaspoon of water to 1 pound of popcorn. Put it in a glass jar and
shake it up. Shake it up at least 2 or 3 times a day for 3 days,
then try popping it again. Be sure and shake it up, otherwise the
water will stay at the bottom and mold the popcorn.
Hopefully these tips will help you have the best popcorn eating
experience possible! Don't forget the butter and brewer's
yeast! (My personal favorites!)
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