Popcorn Seasoning Mixes

When our grandkids sleep over, we usually watch a movie; they like seasoned popcorn but we pefer the plain old buttered stuff! Thanx to Martha Stewart, we now spend a little quality time in the kitchen as each child "cooks up" a mix before "show time"! All of the variations can be doubled or tripled, depending on the size of the container you plan to use. The Italian mixture should be kept in the refrigerator, as it contains fresh cheese.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Yields: 3-4 tablespoons

Ingredients

• Cajun Popcorn

• 2  teaspoons paprika
• 1  teaspoon onion powder
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder
• 2  tablespoons salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1  pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

• Southwestern Popcorn

• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2  tablespoons salt
• 1  tablespoon ground cumin

• Italian Popcorn

• 1⁄4 cup  finely grated parmesan cheese (about 1/2 ounce)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• Curry Popcorn

• 1  tablespoon curry powder
• 2  tablespoons salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1  teaspoon turmeric
• 1  pinch cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl; stir until they are combined, and transfer to an airtight container for storage.
2. Season popcorn to taste.