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Bacon Ranch Popcorn
This savory popcorn snack is tossed with crispy bacon, Parmesan cheese, and zesty ranch seasoning. Popping the kernels directly in bacon drippings gives every bite a deep, smoky richness that regular oil cannot match. It makes a fantastic addition to game day spreads, movie nights, or casual weekend gatherings. The combination of melted butter, salty cheese, and crunchy bacon creates an irresistible treat that disappears fast.
Ingredients
- 4 bacon slices
- 1 Tbsp. butter
- ⅓ cup popping corn
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp. butter, melted
- 2 tsp. buttermilk ranch dressing mix
- ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pan, save the drippings, and let the strips drain on paper towels before chopping them coarsely.
- 2Combine one tablespoon of butter with the reserved bacon drippings in a heavy four-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the popping corn, cover the pot, and cook while shaking occasionally. Continue until the popping slows to less than five pops every ten seconds.
- 3Take the saucepan off the heat and let it cool for one minute.
- 4Transfer the popped corn into a large brown paper bag. Add the chopped bacon, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, ranch dressing mix, and black pepper. Shake the bag vigorously to coat everything evenly, then serve right away.