I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
store the corn in an air tight jar.
I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag was
only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is enough.
I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea if that is
a good thing to do.
Thanks,

On Aug 17, 7:37 pm, "Knit Chic" > wrote:
> I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
> Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
> store the corn in an air tight jar.
> I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag was
> only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is enough.
> I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea if that is
> a good thing to do.
> Thanks,

A freezer is a dry environment, which is not conducive to good
popping. You want to retain moisture, or else it won't pop.

On Aug 17, 7:37?pm, "Knit Chic" > wrote:
> I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
> Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
> store the corn in an air tight jar.
> I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag was
> only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is enough.
> I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea if that is
> a good thing to do.
> Thanks,

I freeze my popcorn, but at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't
need to worry about storage... keep it in closed jars at room
temperature... only thing I suggest is to add a tsp of water to each
jar. The corn will absorb the water and it will pop better. Often
the bulk popcorn sold is not packaged very well and may not be very
fresh either, most times it has lost moisture and it is the moisture
that enables it to to pop

Sheldon

On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:37:20 -0400, "Knit Chic" >
wrote:

>I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
>Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
>store the corn in an air tight jar.
>I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag was
>only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is enough.
>I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea if that is
>a good thing to do.
>
I keep my jar of Orville's on the shelf longer than 8-10 weeks. Why
don't you just package it up and store it the way you usually do? I
bet you'll get 3 cycles out of it. But if it lasts for 2.... the one
you threw away only cost $1.30 and the first two were half price!




--

Ham and eggs.
A day's work for the chicken, a lifetime commitment for the pig.

In article >,
"Knit Chic" > wrote:

> I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?


I store it in the freezer.
--
-Barb, Mother Superior, HOSSSPoJ
http://www.jamlady.eboard.com - Plum jelly from the beginning

Sheldon wrote:
>

>
> I freeze my popcorn, but at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't
> need to worry about storage... keep it in closed jars at room
> temperature... only thing I suggest is to add a tsp of water to each
> jar. The corn will absorb the water and it will pop better. Often
> the bulk popcorn sold is not packaged very well and may not be very
> fresh either, most times it has lost moisture and it is the moisture
> that enables it to to pop

Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
popping corn rot?

"Dave Smith" > wrote in message
...
> Sheldon wrote:
>>
>
>>
>> I freeze my popcorn, but at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't
>> need to worry about storage... keep it in closed jars at room
>> temperature... only thing I suggest is to add a tsp of water to each
>> jar. The corn will absorb the water and it will pop better. Often
>> the bulk popcorn sold is not packaged very well and may not be very
>> fresh either, most times it has lost moisture and it is the moisture
>> that enables it to to pop
>
> Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
> popping corn rot?

I've read that you don't want to vacuum your popcorn. It needs moisture.
I've not heard of ADDING moisture, tho.
Dee Dee

Dave Smith wrote:
> Sheldon wrote:
>
> > I freeze my popcorn, but at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't
> > need to worry about storage... keep it in closed jars at room
> > temperature... only thing I suggest is to add a tsp of water to each
> > jar. The corn will absorb the water and it will pop better. Often
> > the bulk popcorn sold is not packaged very well and may not be very
> > fresh either, most times it has lost moisture and it is the moisture
> > that enables it to to pop
>
> Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
> popping corn rot?

Your pea brain is rotten.

Sheesh, you think just because you don't know something it can't be
so... if everyone knew as much as you what a low IQ planet this would
be.

http://www.popcorn.org/frames.cfm?main=teachers

Not only is popcorn tasty and economical (for as little as four cents,
you can enjoy a quart at home), it's also easy to prepare. Whether you
choose to pop popcorn in an electric popper, on the stove or over an
open fire, follow these tips for perfectly popped popcorn:

First, warm the popper, heavy pan or skillet. If oil popping your
corn, add 1/4 cup of cooking oil to the pan. Allow the oil to heat.
The best popping temperature is between 400 and 460 degrees
Fahrenheit. Oil burns at 500 degrees. If your oil starts to smoke,
it's too hot. Any cooking oil will work provided it can retain the
proper temperature. The less saturated the fat in the oil (like corn
or sunflower), the less calories you add to your snack.

Don't pop popcorn in butter. Butter will burn.
Test the heat of the oil by dropping in one or two kernels. When the
kernel pops or spins in the oil, you're ready to add the remaining
popcorn. Pour just enough kernels to cover the bottom of the pan.
Shake the pan to be certain oil coats each kernel.

Kernels that do not pop are known as "old maids." They do not have
sufficient water contained within the starch to create the build up of
pressure needed to pop the kernels.

If your popcorn does not pop into fluffy, crunchy kernels, it may have
lost some of its moisture. Rejuvenate popcorn by filling a 1-quart jar
3/4 full with popcorn. Add one tablespoon of water. Cover and shake
every five to 10 minutes until all the water is absorbed. In two to
four days it should be perfect for popping.
---

Sheldon

On Aug 17, 10:12?pm, "Michael \"Dog3\" Lonergan"
> wrote:
> "Knit Chic" > dropped . net:in rec.food.cooking
>
> > I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store
> > it? Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I
> > usually store the corn in an air tight jar.
> > I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound
> > bag was only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar
> > storage is enough. I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but
> > I'm have no idea if that is a good thing to do.
> > Thanks,
>
> I freeze it but I usually thaw out a bunch of it at a time.

No need to thaw... actually pops better frozen.


It goes pretty
> fast around here. I keep it in a big sealed jar after thawing and it stays
> pretty fresh. I think I'll try Sheldon's water idea and see what happens.

Popcorn is supposed to contain 13 1/2 pct water. Adding a small bit
of water to refresh popcorn is not my idea, I've read it at many
places including on a bag of popcorn I purchased.

"Dave Smith" > wrote in message
...
> Sheldon wrote:
>>
>
>>
>> I freeze my popcorn, but at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't
>> need to worry about storage... keep it in closed jars at room
>> temperature... only thing I suggest is to add a tsp of water to each
>> jar. The corn will absorb the water and it will pop better. Often
>> the bulk popcorn sold is not packaged very well and may not be very
>> fresh either, most times it has lost moisture and it is the moisture
>> that enables it to to pop
>
> Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
> popping corn rot?

What do you think? He is Sheldon, after all.

cybercat wrote:
> "Dave Smith" > wrote in message
> ...
>> Sheldon wrote:
>>> I freeze my popcorn, but at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't
>>> need to worry about storage... keep it in closed jars at room
>>> temperature... only thing I suggest is to add a tsp of water to each
>>> jar. The corn will absorb the water and it will pop better. Often
>>> the bulk popcorn sold is not packaged very well and may not be very
>>> fresh either, most times it has lost moisture and it is the moisture
>>> that enables it to to pop
>> Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
>> popping corn rot?
>
> What do you think? He is Sheldon, after all.

I've also read to add that small bit of water and refrigerate unpopped corn.

On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 21:16:14 -0400, "Dee Dee" >
wrote:

>I've read that you don't want to vacuum your popcorn. It needs moisture.
>I've not heard of ADDING moisture, tho.

It has been mentioned before on rfc.... maybe by Sheldon. I really
don't remember.


--

Ham and eggs.
A day's work for the chicken, a lifetime commitment for the pig.

On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 18:39:20 -0700, Sheldon > wrote:

> If oil popping your corn, add 1/4 cup of cooking oil to the pan.

What size pan? That sounds like a lot! I don't measure so maybe it's
the amount I use in my 4 quart pot.

My method is to add enough to cover the bottom of my pan and then add
a little bit more. Over the years I've discovered that the tiny extra
is what it takes to get most of the last few kernals popped (because
there are always a couple of duds). duh - OK, I'm a slow learner.



--

Ham and eggs.
A day's work for the chicken, a lifetime commitment for the pig.

"Knit Chic" > wrote in message
. ..
>I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
> Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
> store the corn in an air tight jar.
> I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag
> was only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is
> enough. I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea
> if that is a good thing to do.
> Thanks,

I would put the extra in the freezer or fridge. The main thing is to keep
the moisture in it. Once it dries out, you lose popping quality. My health
food store keeps their nuts and popcorn in the freezer, taking them out and
bagging them as needed. Their stuff is the freshest.

"Dave Smith" > wrote in message
...
> Sheldon wrote:
>>
>
>>
>> I freeze my popcorn, but at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't
>> need to worry about storage... keep it in closed jars at room
>> temperature... only thing I suggest is to add a tsp of water to each
>> jar. The corn will absorb the water and it will pop better. Often
>> the bulk popcorn sold is not packaged very well and may not be very
>> fresh either, most times it has lost moisture and it is the moisture
>> that enables it to to pop
>
> Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
> popping corn rot?

I wouldn't personally add it to store it, but... It is one way to freshen
old popcorn and get it to pop better. You add the water and let it sit for
an hour or two.

"Michael \"Dog3\" Lonergan" > wrote in
:

> "Knit Chic" > dropped this
> : in rec.food.cooking
>
>> I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to
>> store it? Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10
>> weeks. I usually store the corn in an air tight jar.
>> I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound
>> bag was only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar
>> storage is enough. I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but
>> I'm have no idea if that is a good thing to do.
>> Thanks,
>
> I freeze it but I usually thaw out a bunch of it at a time. It goes
> pretty fast around here. I keep it in a big sealed jar after thawing
> and it stays pretty fresh. I think I'll try Sheldon's water idea and
> see what happens.
>
> Michael
>

It was recommended by some group or person other than Sheldon. I vaguely
remember seeing something about this on a pbs show (I think)...I tried it
and it seemed ok...except if you don't use your popcorn up quickly you
risk mold growing in the jar with the added moisture.

--

The house of the burning beet-Alan

It'll be a sunny day in August, when the Moon will shine that night-
Elbonian Folklore

"Sheldon" > wrote
>> Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
>> popping corn rot?
>
> Your pea brain is rotten.
>

I just don't know, Sheldon. You've said so much really stupid stuff
in the same assured tone, I hesitate to believe anything you post.

Also, you're an asshole. But that's more of a subjective thing.

On Aug 18, 12:35?am, "Julie Bove" > wrote:
> "Knit Chic" > wrote in message
>
> . ..
>
> >I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
> > Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
> > store the corn in an air tight jar.
> > I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag
> > was only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is
> > enough. I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea
> > if that is a good thing to do.
> > Thanks,
>
> I would put the extra in the freezer or fridge. The main thing is to keep
> the moisture in it. Once it dries out, you lose popping quality. My health
> food store keeps their nuts and popcorn in the freezer, taking them out and
> bagging them as needed. Their stuff is the freshest.

Storing nuts in the freezer is to keep them from going rancid, nuts
contain 50+pct oil. It's only necessary to freeze popcorn if it's not
going to be consumed quickly, to help retard any grain mite
proliferation. Whole wheat flour should be stored in the freezer
too, to keep the bugs down and to stem rancidity (whole wheat flour
contains substantial oil from the germ).

Sheldon

On Aug 18, 1:46?am, hahabogus > wrote:
> "Michael \"Dog3\" Lonergan" > wrote :
>
>
>
>
>
> > "Knit Chic" > dropped this
> :in rec.food.cooking
>
> >> I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to
> >> store it? Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10
> >> weeks. I usually store the corn in an air tight jar.
> >> I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound
> >> bag was only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar
> >> storage is enough. I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but
> >> I'm have no idea if that is a good thing to do.
> >> Thanks,
>
> > I freeze it but I usually thaw out a bunch of it at a time. It goes
> > pretty fast around here. I keep it in a big sealed jar after thawing
> > and it stays pretty fresh. I think I'll try Sheldon's water idea and
> > see what happens.
>
> > Michael
>
> It was recommended by some group or person other than Sheldon. I vaguely
> remember seeing something about this on a pbs show (I think)...I tried it
> and it seemed ok...except if you don't use your popcorn up quickly you
> risk mold growing in the jar with the added moisture.

no mold will grow so long as the water is absorbed by the corn... no
one said to add cups of water... one or two tsps per pound is all.

Dry foods are not dry, even dry pasta contains about 18pct water, I've
never had dry pasta go moldy. Dry beans contain about 7pct water...
popcorn needs to contain at least 13pct water to pop properly.

Corn is far from the only grain that will pop... think about breakfast
cereals.

POPPED WILD RICE

Popped wild rice can be used as an interesting replacement for
croutons in a salad, or as a garnish on soups, and casseroles. Not all
wild rice will pop successfully. The best wild rice to use is hand
processed wild rice that usually has more moisture left in each
kernel, which will expand when heated.

Place about ? inch of oil in a small, shallow pan with a small
strainer set in the oil. Heat at high temperature until oil is at
about 450 F. Drop one rice kernel into the strainer. When it sizzles,
cracks open and expands to about double its length, the oil is ready.
(You may wish to reduce the heat temporarily.) Add 1 tablespoon of
rice at a time to the oil. When all the kernels have expanded (which
constitutes the popping), empty the strainer onto paper toweling.
Repeat, adjusting heat as necessary. Crisp popped rice may be seasoned
with salt, pepper, and mixed herbs to enhance the flavor. This popped
rice can be made in large quantities and stored in a sealed container
for several weeks.
---

Many rfc'ers are assholes (totally brainless), they don't belong in a
kitchen.

Sheldon

Sheldon wrote:
>
>
> >
> > Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
> > popping corn rot?
>
> Your pea brain is rotten.
>
> Sheesh, you think just because you don't know something it can't be
> so... if everyone knew as much as you what a low IQ planet this would
> be.


I do know that if you put water in with seeds the hulls with soften and
they will start to germinate, and if left in a closed jar for an extended
period they will rot. Corn kernels are seeds.

The OP was asking about storing popcorn. The article you cited talks about
adding water to refresh the corn and suggests doing it for as much as four
days. It does not say to store it in water. Corn, like other grains, will
last a long time under the proper conditions. One of those conditions is
that it be kept dry. If popping corn kept better water added to it you can
bet that Orville would be adding water to the stuff he sells by weight.


> http://www.popcorn.org/frames.cfm?main=teachers
>

Dee Dee wrote:
>
>
> > Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
> > popping corn rot?
>
> I've read that you don't want to vacuum your popcorn. It needs moisture.
> I've not heard of ADDING moisture, tho.


Of course not. Storing any type of seeds, and corn kernels are seeds, will
lead to germination and/or rot. If popping corn benefited from added water
the manufactures would pack it in water.

Sheldon wrote:
>
> no mold will grow so long as the water is absorbed by the corn... no
> one said to add cups of water... one or two tsps per pound is all.
>
> Dry foods are not dry, even dry pasta contains about 18pct water, I've
> never had dry pasta go moldy. Dry beans contain about 7pct water...
> popcorn needs to contain at least 13pct water to pop properly.

Indeed. And they are stored in containers that keep them dry. Those are the
water content levels where they can be stored.
>
> >
> Many rfc'ers are assholes (totally brainless), they don't belong in a
> kitchen.
>
> Sheldon

Sheldon, who should be looking in a mirror.

Dave FRAUD Smith wrote:
> Sheldon wrote:
>
> > no mold will grow so long as the water is absorbed by the corn... no
> > one said to add cups of water... one or two tsps per pound is all.
>
> > Dry foods are not dry, even dry pasta contains about 18pct water, I've
> > never had dry pasta go moldy. Dry beans contain about 7pct water...
> > popcorn needs to contain at least 13pct water to pop properly.
>
> Indeed. And they are stored in containers that keep them dry. Those are the
> water content levels where they can be stored.
>
>
>
> > Many rfc'ers are assholes (totally brainless), they don't belong in a
> > kitchen.
>
> > Sheldon
>
> Sheldon, who should be looking in a mirror.

At least I can, your ugliness would break the mirror

So easy to hook the lowest bottom feeder... Dave Smith (phony name) is
the smallest minded biggest liar here.

Sheldon

On Aug 17, 7:53?pm, mooncup > wrote:
> On Aug 17, 7:37 pm, "Knit Chic" > wrote:
>
> > I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
> > Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
> > store the corn in an air tight jar.
> > I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag was
> > only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is enough.
> > I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea if that is
> > a good thing to do.
> > Thanks,
>
> A freezer is a dry environment, which is not conducive to good
> popping. You want to retain moisture, or else it won't pop.

Fridge is just as dry... use airtight containers.

On Sat, 18 Aug 2007 02:29:27 -0400, "cybercat" >
wrote:

>
>"Sheldon" > wrote
>>> Adding water to corn kernels. Are you trying to get him to make all his
>>> popping corn rot?
>>
>> Your pea brain is rotten.
>>
>
>I just don't know, Sheldon. You've said so much really stupid stuff
>in the same assured tone, I hesitate to believe anything you post.
>
>Also, you're an asshole. But that's more of a subjective thing.
>

i believe it could be scientifically proven that sheldon is an
asshole, if someone was foolish enough to take up the task. on the
other hand, it might not take that long.

your pal,
blake

blake murphy wrote:
>
> i believe it could be scientifically proven that sheldon is an
> asshole, if someone was foolish enough to take up the task. on the
> other hand, it might not take that long.


It wouldn't be too hard. Just look at this thread. The OP asked about
storing a large of popping corn and Sheldon suggested adding water and
keeping it in closed jars. When I disputed it that he came up with a cite
that suggests adding some water to rejuvenate it, but which says nothing
about storing it like that. If popping corn stayed fresher longer with
water added they would be adding. Meanwhile, the rest of the world is
drying corn to keep it. Unlike Sheldon, they know that wet corn goes bad.

"Dave Smith" > wrote in message
...
> blake murphy wrote:
>>
>> i believe it could be scientifically proven that sheldon is an
>> asshole, if someone was foolish enough to take up the task. on the
>> other hand, it might not take that long.
>
>
> It wouldn't be too hard. Just look at this thread. The OP asked about
> storing a large of popping corn and Sheldon suggested adding water and
> keeping it in closed jars. When I disputed it that he came up with a cite
> that suggests adding some water to rejuvenate it, but which says nothing
> about storing it like that. If popping corn stayed fresher longer with
> water added they would be adding. Meanwhile, the rest of the world is
> drying corn to keep it. Unlike Sheldon, they know that wet corn goes bad.

http://www.gardenguides.com/how-to/t...es/popcorn.asp

http://www.kitchenhintsandtips.com/s..._popcorn.shtml

http://www.theeagle.com/food/011205popcorn.php

http://www.thecookinginn.com/popcorn/popcornstor.html

http://corn.agronomy.wisc.edu/Altern...ps/Popcorn.htm

Apparently Sheldon is not the only one - I've been adding small quantities
of water to popcorn for years.

<shrug>

MJB

On Aug 17, 8:39 pm, Sheldon > wrote:
>
>
> Kernels that do not pop are known as "old maids."

The store brand popcorn has a lot more "old maids" than the Jolly
Time.

> ---
>
> Sheldon

--Bryan

On Aug 18, 7:28?pm, "MJB" > wrote:
> "Dave Smith" > wrote in message
>
> ...
>
> > blake murphy wrote:
>
> >> i believe it could be scientifically proven that sheldon is an
> >> asshole, if someone was foolish enough to take up the task. on the
> >> other hand, it might not take that long.
>
> > It wouldn't be too hard. Just look at this thread. The OP asked about
> > storing a large of popping corn and Sheldon suggested adding water and
> > keeping it in closed jars. When I disputed it that he came up with a cite
> > that suggests adding some water to rejuvenate it, but which says nothing
> > about storing it like that. If popping corn stayed fresher longer with
> > water added they would be adding. Meanwhile, the rest of the world is
> > drying corn to keep it. Unlike Sheldon, they know that wet corn goes bad.
>
> http://www.gardenguides.com/how-to/t...es/popcorn.asp
>
> http://www.kitchenhintsandtips.com/s..._popcorn.shtml
>
> http://www.theeagle.com/food/011205popcorn.php
>
> http://www.thecookinginn.com/popcorn/popcornstor.html
>
> http://corn.agronomy.wisc.edu/Altern...ps/Popcorn.htm
>
> Apparently Sheldon is not the only one - I've been adding small quantities
> of water to popcorn for years.
>
> <shrug>
>
> MJB

Just about every popcorn info source says to add water to freshen (was
a time bulk popcorn said so right on the bag), not submerse/drown,
just a tiny amount. The OP said she usually buys 4lb bags, this time
she bought a 12 lb bag. There was once upon a time that I was also a
heavy popcorn consumer... bulk popcorn being packaged in thin plastic
bags (sometimes even containing pinholes) I never found bulk popcorn
that didn't need freshening. Once again, for the functionally
illterate *******s and obstinate douchebags here is my original
post... read it carefully and try not to move your lips and point to
each word, if you are unable to comprehend have someone with an actual
IQ explain the concepts to you.

"at the fast rate you use popcorn you don't need to worry about
storage... keep it in closed jars at room temperature... only thing I
suggest is to add a tsp of water to each jar. The corn will absorb
the water and it will pop better. Often the bulk popcorn sold is not
packaged very well and may not be very fresh either, most times it has
lost moisture and it is the moisture that enables it to pop"

Seems easy to understand but this being RFC I realize that many cannot
read at a higher level than 5th grade... there was a time (as little
as 10 years ago) when about 60pct of RFCers were reasonably
intelligent and well versed in food preparation, but over time things
have degraded to where now about 85pct of RFCers are imbeciles and
only like 5pct can actually cook.

I haven't made bulk popcorn in a while (years), occasionally I do
microwave popcorn but very occasionally, like once a year). But
hunting in my freezer, on the door shelf I found an unopened 1lb bag
of "Jack Rabbit" brand. It's dated Sep 99. I bet it's really dry...
I'm going to pour it in a jar and add a little water, I bet it will
pop just fine in my Wearever air popper. I switched to the air popper
even before microwave popcorn was invented, because making popcorn in
a pot with hot oil was a pain and Jiffy Pop was not very consistant.
In case anyone is wondering why I cut way back on popcorn, it's for
the same reason I cut way back on corn on the cob... with age my
dental floss bill began to increase... I hate having stuff stuck
between my teeth and corn is the worst. Hey, no one can say I'm not
honest... I always tell it like it is and say what I feel...DAVE SMITH
(NOT HIS REAL NAME) IS A LYING MOTHER****ING IGNORANT DOUCHEBAG.

Sheldon

"blake murphy" > wrote in message
...
> i believe it could be scientifically proven that sheldon is an
> asshole, if someone was foolish enough to take up the task. on the
> other hand, it might not take that long.
>
> your pal,
> blake
>
>

I'll take that task. And report my findings when the study is complete.

"Paco's Tacos" > wrote in message
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>
> "blake murphy" > wrote in message
> ...
>> i believe it could be scientifically proven that sheldon is an
>> asshole, if someone was foolish enough to take up the task. on the
>> other hand, it might not take that long.
>>
>> your pal,
>> blake
>>
>>
>
> I'll take that task. And report my findings when the study is complete.
>

Done. The results are positive.

In article >,
"Knit Chic" > wrote:

> I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
> Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
> store the corn in an air tight jar.
> I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag was
> only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is enough.
> I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea if that is
> a good thing to do.
> Thanks,

I freeze it.
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In article . com>,
mooncup > wrote:

> On Aug 17, 7:37 pm, "Knit Chic" > wrote:
> > I have 12 pounds of popcorn (unpopped). What is the best way to store it?
> > Currently we use about 4 pounds of popcorn every 8 - 10 weeks. I usually
> > store the corn in an air tight jar.
> > I have always bought the 4 pound bags, this time around the 12 pound bag was
> > only $1.30 more so I went for it. I'm not sure that jar storage is enough.
> > I have heard that some ppl freez popcorn ... but I'm have no idea if that is
> > a good thing to do.
> > Thanks,
>
> A freezer is a dry environment, which is not conducive to good
> popping. You want to retain moisture, or else it won't pop.

Never affected us here.
It's frozen in an air tight jar.
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Speaking of popcorn...

I DO know how to pop corn over a stove burner, but microwave popcorn is
the only way to make it at work.

Is there any way to make your own microwave popcorn "bags" out of bulk
popcorn?
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"Omelet" > wrote in message
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> Speaking of popcorn...
>
> I DO know how to pop corn over a stove burner, but microwave popcorn is
> the only way to make it at work.
>
> Is there any way to make your own microwave popcorn "bags" out of bulk
> popcorn?
> --
> Peace, Om
>
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> "My mother never saw the irony in calling me a Son of a bitch" -- Jack
> Nicholson

A good starting point:

http://tinyurl.com/gr6hn

"Omelet" > wrote in message
news
> Speaking of popcorn...
>
> I DO know how to pop corn over a stove burner, but microwave popcorn is
> the only way to make it at work.
>
> Is there any way to make your own microwave popcorn "bags" out of bulk
> popcorn?
> --
> Peace, Om
>

Yes, popcorn and a brown paper bag. Pour popcorn in a brown paper bag, just
enough to lightly cover the bottom. Fold the top of the brown paper bag
over 2 or 3 times.
Nuke till the popping is almost stopped.
So easy that my 8 year old can do it


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On Sun, 19 Aug 2007 03:45:17 GMT, "Paco's Tacos" >
wrote:

>
>"Paco's Tacos" > wrote in message
>news:30Pxi.8861$5y3.6748@trndny07...
>>
>> "blake murphy" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> i believe it could be scientifically proven that sheldon is an
>>> asshole, if someone was foolish enough to take up the task. on the
>>> other hand, it might not take that long.
>>>
>>> your pal,
>>> blake
>>>
>>>
>>
>> I'll take that task. And report my findings when the study is complete.
>>
>
>Done. The results are positive.
>
hmm, two minutes. i'm impressed.

your pal,
blake

Omelet wrote:
> Speaking of popcorn...
>
> I DO know how to pop corn over a stove burner, but microwave popcorn is
> the only way to make it at work.
>
> Is there any way to make your own microwave popcorn "bags" out of bulk
> popcorn?

I've used paper bags and it's been fine. More like air-popped in
consistency, but without that awful fake-butter smell and taste.
Popcorn is my number-one favorite food. I eat it at least a few
times a week, but I won't touch the microwave stuff.

Serene

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In article <aMTxi.2262$563.1072@trndny08>,
"Paco's Tacos" > wrote:

> "Omelet" > wrote in message
> news
> > Speaking of popcorn...
> >
> > I DO know how to pop corn over a stove burner, but microwave popcorn is
> > the only way to make it at work.
> >
> > Is there any way to make your own microwave popcorn "bags" out of bulk
> > popcorn?
> > --
> > Peace, Om
> >
> > Remove _ to validate e-mails.
> >
> > "My mother never saw the irony in calling me a Son of a bitch" -- Jack
> > Nicholson
>
> A good starting point:
>
> http://tinyurl.com/gr6hn

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In article >,
"Knit Chic" > wrote:

> "Omelet" > wrote in message
> news
> > Speaking of popcorn...
> >
> > I DO know how to pop corn over a stove burner, but microwave popcorn is
> > the only way to make it at work.
> >
> > Is there any way to make your own microwave popcorn "bags" out of bulk
> > popcorn?
> > --
> > Peace, Om
> >
>
> Yes, popcorn and a brown paper bag. Pour popcorn in a brown paper bag, just
> enough to lightly cover the bottom. Fold the top of the brown paper bag
> over 2 or 3 times.
> Nuke till the popping is almost stopped.
> So easy that my 8 year old can do it

I was not sure of the amount to use...
The Link Paco posted took care of that.

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