Slime-Popcorn Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup popcorn kernels
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Green food coloring

Directions

1. Pour the popcorn kernels into a large saucepan and set over medium heat.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and add the corn syrup and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Add the baking soda and salt to the sugar mixture and stir until combined.
4. Add several drops of green food coloring to the sugar mixture and stir until combined.
5. Pour the sugar mixture over the popcorn and stir to combine.
6. Continue to stir the popcorn over medium heat until all of the kernels are coated and the mixture is bubbling.
7. Remove from heat and pour the popcorn onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Allow the popcorn to cool and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Popcorn has been around for thousands of years and is believed to have originated in Peru.
• Popcorn is a whole grain and is a good source of fiber.
• Popcorn is a type of maize, a type of grass.