Best 7 Italian Popcorn With Parmesan Recipes

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Are you craving a delightful and savory snack that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than Italian popcorn with Parmesan cheese! This delectable treat combines the irresistible crunch of popcorn with the rich, nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you wanting more. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the world of Italian popcorn with Parmesan, uncovering the secrets behind its unique taste and providing you with a step-by-step guide to creating this delectable snack in the comfort of your own home.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

POPCORN WITH PARMESAN AND PECORINO



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings; about 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup popcorn kernels
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano

Steps:

  • Pop the popcorn using a large, heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid or a popcorn maker.
  • Coat the bottom of the pot with vegetable oil and heat over low heat. Drop in 1 kernel of corn and when it pops add the remaining corn, cover and shake pan. Continue to shake pan until all the corn has popped, being careful not to burn.
  • Place the popped popcorn in a large bowl. Drizzle with the melted butter and sprinkle with the cheeses. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

SAVORY PARMESAN POPCORN



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 cup popping corn
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine the Parmesan, garlic salt, paprika, pepper, salt and turmeric in a small bowl. Combine the popping corn and melted butter in a large pot. Cover and cook over medium heat, shaking the pot with increasing frequency as the popping increases. Continue until the popping is reduced to a couple of seconds between pops, then remove from the heat and transfer the popcorn to a large brown bag. Drizzle the popcorn with the olive oil and sprinkle about 3 tablespoons of the seasoning into the bag. Shake up the popcorn. Sprinkle with additional seasoning to taste and serve warm.

ITALIAN POPCORN WITH PARMESAN



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A quick, savory snack that is perfect for movie night.

Provided by Jon

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Popcorn Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons unpopped popcorn
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano cheese

Steps:

  • Combine popcorn and 1/4 cup olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan; cover. Cook over high heat, continuously shaking the pan, until the popcorn is popped and the lid begins to lift from the popcorn, about 5 minutes. Pour popcorn into a large bowl.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons olive oil, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt into popcorn; toss to coat. Add Parmesan cheese and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 657.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

PARMESAN POPCORN



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-Pat Ross, Dearborn, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1-2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups popped popcorn
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon paprika
3 drops hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in an 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes or until heated through. Combine the Parmesan cheese, butter, paprika and hot pepper sauce. Pour over popcorn; toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ITALIAN POPCORN



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In Thomasville, Georgia, Nancy Reichert jazzes up plain popcorn using this 10-minute recipe you'll want to make time and again. Simply add butter, seasonings and Romano cheese for a fast and flavor-packed snack.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cups popped popcorn
4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Place the popcorn in a bowl. Combine the butter, Italian seasoning and garlic salt; pour over popcorn and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY ITALIAN POPCORN



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Put a tasty Italian-style spin on your next batch of popcorn. It's easy: Just add butter, dressing mix and grated Parmesan cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 8m

Yield 10 cups or 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup butter
1/2 tsp. GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix
10 cups popped popcorn, (best if no butter added or natural)
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter down in a saucepan and add in the seasoning. Pour over the popcorn and sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

PARMESAN POPCORN



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Putting an Italian-style twist on a bag of microwave popcorn is as easy as sprinkling some grated Parmesan cheese on it.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 9m

Yield 3 servings, 4 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bag (3.5 oz.) butter-flavor microwave popcorn
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Microwave popcorn as directed on package. Empty bag into large bowl.
  • Add cheese; toss lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

  • Fresh is best: Use fresh popcorn kernels for the best flavor and texture. Avoid using old or stale kernels, as they may not pop properly or may have an off flavor.
  • Use a large pot: Popcorn kernels expand significantly when they pop, so it's important to use a large pot to avoid overcrowding. A large pot will also help to ensure that the popcorn cooks evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When adding the popcorn kernels to the pot, be sure to not overcrowd it. Overcrowding can prevent the kernels from popping properly and can also result in uneven cooking.
  • Keep the pot covered: Once you've added the popcorn kernels to the pot, cover it with a lid. This will help to trap the heat and moisture inside the pot, which will help the kernels to pop more quickly and evenly.
  • Shake the pot frequently: As the popcorn kernels are popping, be sure to shake the pot frequently. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the popcorn from burning.
  • Remove the popcorn from the heat when it's done: Once the popping has slowed down significantly, remove the pot from the heat. This will help to prevent the popcorn from burning.
  • Season the popcorn to taste: Once the popcorn has been popped, season it to taste with salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, or other desired seasonings.

Conclusion:

Italian popcorn with Parmesan cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying snack that is perfect for movie nights, parties, or a quick afternoon pick-me-up. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give Italian popcorn with Parmesan cheese a try - you won't be disappointed!

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