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Popcorn is popular for movie nights at home

FALLBROOK – While digging into a bowl of popcorn on movie night is second nature to many film fans, your choice of flavor might actually predict your choice of film.

A new study of 2,000 revealed that people who prefer their popcorn salty and those who prefer sweeter flavors differ in their movie tastes as well.

The census-balanced survey revealed that while fans of salted popcorn flavors aren't necessarily, well, salty, their sweet popcorn counterparts do appear to be sweeter on romance.

Although action movies were the most popular genres among both salty (19%) and sweet (22%) popcorn lovers alike, the runners-up in each category differed tellingly.

Romantic comedies (12%) were the second place finisher for favorite genre among sweet popcorn fans, while plain old comedy (15%) took home the silver medal among salty fans.

In a recent survey, when asked which components were absolutely essential for the perfect movie night, the winner of the most popular movie night "must" was popcorn (51%). Cozy blankets (46%) and chocolate (37%) were key contenders.

A new study of 2,000 people, commissioned by the Popcorn Board in celebration of National Popcorn Day, Tuesday, Jan. 19, and conducted by OnePoll, also examined how some cinephiles are shaking up their at-home movie nights this winter.

"It's no surprise that people are turning to virtual movie nights to replicate the sorely missed experiences of sitting in a theater on the edge of your seat, watching a riveting film unfold, or cheering on our favorite actors during awards shows," Wendy Boersema Rappel, a representative for the Popcorn Board, said.

Top genres Americans have found themselves gravitating toward more often since the start of the pandemic included comedy (40%), action (40%) and drama (31%).

Additionally, 63% of respondents say the pandemic has given them an excuse to watch the "classic" films they've always meant to see.

"There are few pairings more classic than movies and popcorn, and while movie theaters and awards season are not on the table this winter, popping some popcorn and pulling out all the stops, seasonings and fix-ins for your own personal movie night is a great way to connect with family and friends over your favorite films until it's safe to do so in person again," Rappel said.

Top popcorn seasonings

1. Salt (47%)

2. Garlic salt or powder (32%)

3. Parmesan (30%)

4. Taco seasoning (29%)

5. Oregano (26%)

Here are some recipes to satisfy a variety of taste preferences, courtesy of the Popcorn Board.

Chili Lime Popcorn

Light and healthy, the chili and lime in this snack mix work perfectly with the whole grain goodness of popcorn.

Serves: 1 quart

Ingredients:

1 quart popped popcorn

1 teaspoon nutritional yeast (available in health food stores)

1 teaspoon lime juice

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:

Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

Spread popcorn on a baking sheet.

Sprinkle yeast powder, lime juice, chili powder and salt over popcorn.

Heat about 7 minutes and toss just before serving. Serve warm.

Cinnamon Chocolate Popcorn

Two classic flavors combine with popcorn for a quick and delicious treat.

Yield: 3 quarts

Ingredients:

3 quarts popped popcorn

Butter-flavored cooking spray

9 tablespoons powdered cocoa mix (cocoa sweetened with sugar or sugar substitute)

3 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions:

Put popcorn in a large bowl and lightly spray with cooking spray.

Sprinkle cocoa mix and cinnamon on popcorn.

Toss to coat evenly.

Spray and toss again until mixture is well coated.

Serve immediately.

Rosemary Parmigiano-Reggiano Popcorn

Reggiano and parmigiano cheeses pair with rosemary and garlic in this delicious, easy-to-make popcorn snack.

Serves: 4 quarts

Ingredients:

4 quarts popped popcorn

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 teaspoons finely crushed rosemary (fresh or jarred)

1/4 cup grated Parmigiano- Reggiano cheese (or Parmesan cheese)

1 teaspoon garlic salt (or sea salt)

1/8 teaspoon white pepper, optional

Directions:

Place popcorn in a large serving bowl.

Mix butter, olive oil and rosemary together in a small bowl; microwave 20 seconds to melt butter.

Stir butter mixture and pour over popcorn; toss.

Sprinkle cheese, garlic salt and pepper over popcorn; toss again and serve.

 

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