Why does my popcorn come out dry, tough, chewy, and husky. I've never had such bad popcorn. The taste is ok, but so dry... So disappointed!!!
881950
I had a similar experience on my first popping then I realized that I was allowing it to remain in the popper far too long. Its like w/microwave popcorn - never leave it while it popping, and when popped kernels slow to between 1-2 second it should be dumped from the popper. Another thing I realized is that even though I have the larger popper, this bag w/oil salt, etc. is quite large for this popper so I no longer added the entire bag of kernels (removed about 1/3 cup) and its been great ever since. I even filled the smaller popcorn bags and passed those out w/mini candies for Halloween in 2012. Hope this helps.
881951
I had a similar experience on my first popping then I realized that I was allowing it to remain in the popper far too long. Its like w/microwave popcorn - never leave it while it popping, and when popped kernels slow to between 1-2 second it should be dumped from the popper. Another thing I realized is that even though I have the larger popper, this bag w/oil salt, etc. is quite large for this popper so I no longer added the entire bag of kernels (removed about 1/3 cup) and its been great ever since. I even filled the smaller popcorn bags and passed those out w/mini candies for Halloween in 2012. Hope this helps. I had a similar experience on my first popping then I realized that I was allowing it to remain in the popper far too long. Its like w/microwave popcorn - never leave it while it popping, and when popped kernels slow to between 1-2 second it should be dumped from the popper. Another thing I realized is that even though I have the larger popper, this bag w/oil salt, etc. is quite large for this popper so I no longer added the entire bag of kernels (removed about 1/3 cup) and its been great ever since. I even filled the smaller popcorn bags and passed those out w/mini candies for Halloween in... » Read More I had a similar experience on my first popping then I realized that I was allowing it to remain in the popper far too long. Its like w/microwave popcorn - never leave it while it popping, and when popped kernels slow to between 1-2 second it should be dumped from the popper. Another thing I realized is that even though I have the larger popper, this bag w/oil salt, etc. is quite large for this popper so I no longer added the entire bag of kernels (removed about 1/3 cup) and its been great ever since. I even filled the smaller popcorn bags and passed those out w/mini candies for Halloween in 2012. Hope this helps. « Show Less
881952
I think because it is poping to long. Try to get unit hot first then put in mix and watch it. you may get alot if kernels left over.
881953
I think they might be coming stale. I hadn't had this problem with the first 2 orders but since they have been exactly like you describe!
881954
I just can't imagine. Are you using a popcorn machine like they have at the movies? We've used the 2.5 oz. pkg. for our little machine and the 4 oz. ones for the floor model machine, and if you put in all the oil in the package and all the salted popcorn, it's just delicious. Sometimes I don't use their oil and use just a little canola oil and strain the popcorn mixture to remove most of the salt to make it healthier and it's still very good.
881955
I was a bit disappointed as well--I add a little more of the oil stick than probably recommended. Not sure if this would help, but I agree with you...the popcorn is chewy.
1951576
My box had a date in the future by a couple of years, but I still stand by my review that they didn't taste or pop well. I ended up buying good bulk coconut oil at Costco for cheap and then buying some good quality bulk popcorn here on Amazon that tastes and pops far better than this product. Although - I liked the potential convenience of these packets.
630603
You're probably cooking it too long. Watch and listen as the corn pops. When the rate of popping slows down [see directions on bag], stop the microwave and note the time used to get to that point. Check your popcorn to see how much is still unpopped and whether it is burnt. With a little experimentation you can get a nice result. I've never been able to pop all the kernels without burning, but you can remove the popped corn and then tape up the bag and return the unpopped kernels for more heating.
2099040
Sorry you are having trouble. I find my inserts last through several uses. Maybe you could lower the setting on your microwave to 80%? Some microwaves are more powerful than other. Also, I have been adding oil the way Presto recommends, dribbling about a tbsp. on the top not pouring it in the bottom like I used to. It sounds like you are cooking it too long? Directions say don't use the "popcorn" button on your microwave. When it it gets to the top or stops making popping sounds I stop the microwave and take it out.
1970660
Use coconut oil. It's NOT better. Some people feel popcorn tastes better yellow (what??). Really, this stuff is awful. I have a full container- don't know what to do with it. Surely won't use it. Personally, I use good ol' peanut oil now.
1421946
I have used olive oil and the popcorn tasted fine. I never used coconut oil. In my opinion, to answer your question - I'd choose olive oil as being the healthiest. I hope that helps!
1291761
Robert, the popcorn is delicious. Moist but not soggy while still being crunchy. The vented top is great to add seasonings through when the corn starts popping. Remember to leave the cover cap open and you will have a great time with this popper.
838057
Coconut Oil works best. Cleans easier. Tastes better. I wouldn't use vegetable or canola oil. they get so gummy....and are not as heat tolerant as the coconut oil. I don't use any popcorn oil product. Only Coconut Oil, and real butter after it is done popping.
91433
Honestly, we've only tried Shop Rite brand popcorn in ours....It works just fine with our popper and is relatively inexpensive...We bought another one for a family member as a Christmas gift and the love theirs as well using Orville Redenbacher popping corn. The key is to not overload the unit...we use about 1/4 cup at a time and you have to adjust the cooking time for your microwave...enjoy if you decide to purchase one.
1355083
I grind dried whole kernel corn into corn flour all the time. I only do about two cups at a time because I'm usually adding it to other flour, so I don't need a big bag in my freezer. But, it definitely does the job. I'm talking about kernel corn, not popcorn.
1391196
If you still have the scoop... that came with the popper... we always use 2 scoops of popcorn... to 2 oz. pack of naks popping oil.. with a 1/2 teaspoon of (Gold medal premier flavacal) popcorn salt... if you lost your scoop...its about 1/2 a cup size... Put in the oil first and let melt then add your popcorn scoops with the 1/2 teaspoon of salt... and there you go let it pop your house with a smell that is awsome. frome all the stuff we tried this is the best way and taste. we get the best stuff from a site on the web... we get the best oil..like the oldfation popcorn the movies used to have... it's aswome here is the site for you you can get all your suplies for the best popcorn hands down! (www.ht-express.com.).. we get the big box of popping oil packs 98 2oz. packs a box... already ready to go into your popper.. the salt is there too... and big bags of popping corn too enjoy!!! :)
568245
Well mine will never last that long as the popcorn is very good. First, always store in an airtight contain or in the fridge. The keeps the kernels from drying out. Although mine are eaten fairly quickly, I have kept in the fridge and popcorn tastes just as good as fresh. I have never frozen the bags.
1355084
I have ground popcorn many times as slow as possible, on the finest settings possible. Sadly, I can't get it as fine as I would like. It's always what I would consider a coarse cornbread grind. Sure if I sifted it with various sizes of mesh screens, some of the milled product would be fine, just not enough. I'm thinking I might have to break it up first in a food processor to have more luck.
114762
We've used the Great Northern Packets and regular popcorn kernels; both work well and taste great! This comes down to a personal preference and people eating it. We switch back and forth between the two different ways. Sometimes we use the packets if we all prefer the same flavor of popcorn. When we want a variety of flavors of popcorn or with and without butter, following the popper's directions we use about a 1/2 ounce of oil and put in 8 ounces of regular popcorn since we have an 8 ounce kettle. Once it's done popping, everyone fills their bags or buckets and eat it plain or put butter on it using a spray butter and adding more flavor by putting on one of the seasoned salts such as white cheddar cheese or just plain popcorn salt. Everyone has now seasoned their popcorn to their liking, it's all good !!!
2135320
I put it on popcorn all the time and never had this issue. Interesting.My cat loves this stuff too, I'm not kidding! She eats it plain.
713652
im trying to find out the same thing. lol. feel kinda dumb i dont know how to make popcorn with this
1491035
Hello. I use regular popcorn and oil. I buy the $2.00 bag from Walmart and I use canola oil but anything is fine. I use real butter in my kettle also with the oil. I hope this helps you out.