Can I be honest? This week was a bit of a doozy. It kicked my ass. I flailed back. It wasn’t cute.
In response, I made us popcorn. It’s sweet and spiced, and makes a totally acceptable dinner. Add wine and a few episodes of Boardwalk Empire and I suspect we’ll all be back on our feet in no time.
Oh! I feel like we could use some mental popcorn too. Here are so links to feed your brain while you eat popcorn. Also, if you eat popcorn by placing your entire face in the popcorn bowl and eat whatever sticks to you tongue… you’re a friend of mine.
The Internet is forever new. I love a new site called PUNCH. We are what we drink, so let’s learn more! The cocktail recipe section is gorgeous and ample. I also totally enjoy these pieces about Kentucky Moonshine.
I’m going to see the movie 12 Years A Slave as soon as I can muster up the energy to be destroyed. This review by David Simon has some really thoughtful words in it. I’m in.
Big Mother Is Watching You is an interesting article about how you can use technology to spy on your kids… but you totally shouldn’t. If my parents had the ability to spy on me in the mid-90’s… I would have had a lot less fun in AOL chatrooms. #imnotwrong
Ooooh how we are spied on. On the press, the leaks, and the really bold work of Edward Snowden. It’s crazy.
Lastly, PUMPKIN COFFEE CAKE!
Popcorn recipe after the jump!
Cinnamon Kettle Corn
makes about 6 cups
3 tablespoons coconut oil
1/3 cup corn kernels
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
sea salt to taste
In a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, place the coconut oil. Place over medium heat and allow to melt. Add the corn kernels and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Place the lid over the pan, keeping the lid slightly ajar. Allow popcorn to begin popping. Once or twice, cover the pan completely, and use pot holders to lift the pan and shake it. When popping slows, remove from heat and sprinkle in cinnamon and sea salt to taste. Shake into a bowl and serve immediately.
Emily S.
Joy, just wanted to say thanks. I respect your thoughts and opinions, and love it when you share what’s on your mind! Thannks!
Livi
yum! I can’t wait to try this!
Skye
Sorry that you had a rubbish week. Hope that this one is better… Nothing like popcorn for comfort food, though…
Am completely hooked on Game of Thrones at the moment (literally only just discovered it – must have been previously living under a rock) – so will make this and nibble on it in front of the tv. Heaven.
Tieghan
Oh man, I feel you! This last week kicked my butt too! I could so use this popcorn! Coconut and cinnamon! YES!
Dana @ Conscious Kitchen Blog
Bookmarked. Can’t wait to try this popcorn. Kettle corn is one of my all time favorites. Thanks for the reading recommendations – looking forward to checking out PUNCH.
canvasofculture
YUMM. shows that a few simple ingredients can go a long way! I miss cooking so much in college, definitely living vicariously through blogs like yours:)
Sarah
I just know my boyfriend would love this. Great post!
Gracie
Popcorn is just the best…and this twist looks marvelous! Cannot wait to try! :)
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tami mishler
in the recipe directions it say “cove” what is that?
please explain
tami mishler
never mind i read it again and i think it is cover…… lol i thought “cove” was some sort of smarty pants cooking technique, and i felt kinda stupid asking…..
Nicole
Um, can we put this popcorn in the buttered popcorn cookies please… Kind of a snicker doodle buttery deliciousness in a bite. Yum!
Terri A
Hmmm, so do I make this for dinner, or do I make what I had planned?
Averie @ Averie Cooks
Sorry you had a rough week. Ugh! Hopefully this one gets better!
I love popcorn, cinnamon, and coconut oil. It’s actually a near-daily snack for me! Sometimes I sprinkle on some nutritional yeast too. Pinned!
Jennifer
I will definitely be giving this a go!! Obsessed with anything cinnamon. Thanks for the idea :)
meg
Oh Joy – I love popcorn and cinnamon!
Thank you for the PUNCH link – LOVE it