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Savory Popcorn Seasoning Recipe

"I love this combination of herbs and seasonings tossed with popcorn," writes Janice Campbell from Elmendorf Air Force Base in Alaska. Cayenne pepper adds a bit of heat to the late-night treat.

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Diabetic Friendly

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Savory Popcorn Seasoning Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield: 24 Servings

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons each dried basil, marjoram and thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR POPCORN:
2 cups air-popped popcorn
1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, parsley, basil, marjoram, thyme, pepper and cayenne. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
To prepare popcorn: In a small bowl, combine the popcorn, butter and 1/2 teaspoon seasoning; toss to coat. Yield: 24 batches (about 1/4 cup).

Nutritional Facts 2 cups popped popcorn with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter and 1/2 teaspoon seasoning equals 114 calories, 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 59 mg sodium, 13 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.

Originally published as Savory Popcorn Seasoning in Light & Tasty June/July 2006, p11