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                        SAFFRON BUTTERED POPCORN

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Appetizers

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
    1/4   c            Corn oil
    3/4   c            Popping corn
                       Salt
    1/4   ts           Finely chopped saffron
                       -threads
  3       tb           Melted butter

 Servings: 6

 In a large heavy pot, heat corn oil over high heat
 until the oil smokes. Add 1 kernel popping corn and
 heat until kernel pops.  Add rest of popping corn,
 cover pot, and shake gently until corn starts to pop.
 Shake vigorously until popping subsides. Remove from
 heat.  Heat melted butter with saffron threads for 1
 minute. Toss popcorn with salt and butter/saffron.



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